1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 42 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 638 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 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | El Camino | Highlander |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 2109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |