1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
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 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 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 134 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-10 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
