1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 84 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Viper 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 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | El Camino | Viper |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |