1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 33 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 629 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | El Camino | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4000 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 | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2790 mm |
