1990 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Accord | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
