1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet S-10 1965 Vauxhall Victor
Make Chevrolet Vauxhall
Model S-10 Victor
Year Released 1993 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 57 HP
Torque 319 Nm 115 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2550 mm


 

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