1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 16 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 12 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | El Camino | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
