1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 171 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1991 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1991 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | El Camino | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
