1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 19 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 271 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | El Camino | Villager |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
