1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 23 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire.
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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | El Camino | Inspire |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |
