1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century 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 60 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (236 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century. 1972 Toyota Century 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. 1972 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | S-10 | Century |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |
