1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 611 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | El Camino | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2350 mm |
