1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic 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 54 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | S-10 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2380 mm |
