1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | S-10 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3130 mm |