1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO 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 170 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | S-10 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |
