1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 46 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | El Camino | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |