2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1970 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | 1970 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | President |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
