1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP) has 383 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 790 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | El Camino | ML |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 518 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2916 mm |
