1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | S-10 | 930 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |