1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 20 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, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 344 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.
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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1991 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | El Camino | LS |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2820 mm |