1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 87 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 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | El Camino | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |