1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 90 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. 2000 Ford Mustang 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. 2000 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
