1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 29 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 22 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic 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 | 2000 Ford Artic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | El Camino | Artic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
