1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino (271 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | El Camino | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2789 mm |
