1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 119 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet S-10 1979 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model S-10 Corolla
Year Released 1993 1979
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 68 HP
Torque 319 Nm 105 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2410 mm