1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 40 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 166 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | El Camino | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 47 L |
