1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
