1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 370 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | S-10 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
