1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 220 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | S-10 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2416 mm |
