1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 4,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino (135 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 457 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino (271 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | El Camino | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
