1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 27 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 620 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | El Camino | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
