1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX 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 421 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX 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 Honda CRX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | El Camino | CRX |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2380 mm |