2002 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Because 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
