1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celica | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3130 mm |
