1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 8 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 30 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | S-10 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
