2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | S-10 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
