1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | S-10 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
