1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 9 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP) has 603 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 568 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | S-10 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 790 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
