1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | S-10 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
