2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord 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 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | S-10 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
