1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 579 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. 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 2010 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | S-10 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3142 mm |