1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri 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 75 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri. 1979 Ford Capri 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. 1979 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
