1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
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 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-10 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
