1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina 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 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | S-10 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
