1982 Audi 80 vs. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 281 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet El Camino 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 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | El Camino |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
