1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1993 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3130 mm |
