1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 42 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
