2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Vega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
