2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | El Camino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |
