1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
