1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 19 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 15 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 296 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | El Camino | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
