1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 535 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Chevrolet Vega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Vega |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |