2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
