1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 21 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 60 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | El Camino | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2260 mm |
