1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 429 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | El Camino | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2740 mm |