1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 41 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, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 329 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 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL 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 | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | El Camino | TL |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |