1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 7 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.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | El Camino | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
