1999 Ginetta G34 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 1999 Ginetta G34 and 1999 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ginetta G34. 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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 1999 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ginetta G34 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Ginetta | Chevrolet |
Model | G34 | S-10 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1600 mm |