1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 603 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Vega | Outback |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
