1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 30 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 23 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.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | El Camino | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2639 mm |
