1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP) has 386 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 520 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | S-10 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 573 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |
