1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 16 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | S-10 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
