1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 17 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (233 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 496 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.

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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tundra. 2010 Toyota Tundra 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. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet S-10 2010 Toyota Tundra
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model S-10 Tundra
Year Released 1993 2010
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 187 HP 233 HP
Torque 319 Nm 266 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2610 mm


 

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