1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic 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 113 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | S-10 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2210 mm |
