DriveSenseChevrolet El Camino Pickup
Fifth generation1978–1981
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| Powertrain | Engine / motor | Power | Drivetrain | Explore & compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| el camino 3.3l ↗3-speed automatic · 1979–1979 | Gasoline · 3.3 L · 95 hp | 95 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| el camino 3.8l ↗3-speed automatic · 1981–1981 | Gasoline · 3.8 L · 110 hp | 110 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| el camino 4.4l ↗3-speed automatic · 1981–1981 | Gasoline · 4.4 L · 125 hp | 125 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| el camino 5.0l ↗3-speed automatic · 1981–1981 | Gasoline · 5.0 L · 155 hp | 155 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| el camino 5.7l ↗3-speed automatic · 1981–1981 | Gasoline · 5.7 L · 170 hp | 170 hp | Rear-wheel drive |
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About this generation
The fifth-generation El Camino debuted for 1978 on GM’s G-body platform as a smaller, downsized coupe utility. It carried the original G-body styling through 1981 before a facelifted version appeared for 1982.
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