1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 28 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 144 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
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, 1999 Toyota Previa, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Previa 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 | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | El Camino | Previa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
