1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 12 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 265 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. 2005 Nissan 350Z 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. 2005 Nissan 350Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |
