1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2000 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 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 15 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2000 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | El Camino | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
