1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri 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 128 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | S-10 | Capri |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |