|
 History of the SS
The SS was introduced in 1994. About 2756 (rough est.) SS's were made a year. They were each equipped with the 4.3L V6 producing 180 hp and on up to 195 hp Stock! That's more horses than anything in its class. It thrashed the Ford Ranger Splash,
and that was pretty much its only competition. The SS was introduced with only three colors: Onyx Black, Summit White, and Apple Red. . In 94 and 95, the SS came with 15" cast aluminum wheels, and chrome center caps and red bowties. SS badging and fog lamps were standard equipment as well. The rear-end was a 3.42 limited slip gear. This gave the SS an awsome advantage at stop lights. In 1996 the SS took on a new look. The ZQ8 suspension was upgraded to 16x8" wheels borrowed from the early 90's model RS and Z28 camaros. The over all suspension was also dropped 2" giving it a lower stance and more aggressive feel for the road. | YEAR | NUMBER PRODUCED | | 1994 | 5,670 | | 1995 | 1,619 | | 1996 | 1,240 | | 1997 | 1,459 | | 1998 | UNAVAILABLE |
These numbers were given directly to Ronny (97 SS owner) from Chevrolet.
You can contact CHEVROLET'S main office at 1-800-222-1020 for any information.
 This is the Only Wheels that were offered in 94 and 95. This is a 95 SS, as was said before, there weren't many distinguishing characteristics about the SS as you can see.
This is the badge that is located on every door and tailgate of every SS. No other (stock) S-10s have these.
1994-1995 Specs
| Engine type | V-6 OHV, 2 valves/cyclinder | | Displacement ci/cc | 262/4293 | | horsepower | 195@4500 | | torque | 260@3600 | | axle ratio | 3.42:1 | | base curb weight | 2905 lbs. | | fuel cap | 20 gals. | | fuel economy ,city/hwy | 17/24 | | suspension (f/r) | independent/line axle | | wheels | 15x7.0inch, cast aluminum | | tires | 215/65r15 BF Goodrich Comp TA | | acceleration (0-60) | 7.9 secs | | 1/4 mile sec/mph | 16.1 85.0 | | braking(60-0) | 140 ft | | slalom(600ft) | 60.1 mph | | skidpad (200ft) | .79 g's |
1996-1998 Specs
 
*Grill and Interior upgraded in 98*
| Engine type | 4.00x3.48/101.6x88.4 | | Bore x stroke, in/mm | 4.00x3.48/101.6x88.4 | | Displacement, ci/cc | 262/4293 | | Compression ratio | 9.2:1 | | Valve gear | OHV, 2 valves/cyl. | | Fuel-induction system | Sequential fuel injection | | Horsepower, hp @ rpm, SAE net | 180 @ 4400 | | Torque, lb-ft @ rpm, SAE net | 240 @ 2800 | | Horsepower/liter | 40.7 | | Redline, rpm | 5600 rpm | | Transmission type | 4-speed automatic (ONLY) | | Axle ratio | 3.42:1 | | Final drive ratio | 2.39:1 | | Recommended fuel | Regular Unleaded |
1996-1998 Chassis
| Suspension, F/R | Unequel Length Control arms, coil springs, anti roll bar/live axle, leaf springs | | Steering type, ratio | Power recirculating ball 15.0-13.0:1 | | Turning circle, ft | 34.8 | | Turns, lock to lock | 3.0 | | Brakes, F/R | Vented disc/drums, ABS | | Stock Tires | Goodyear Eagle GA235/55HR16 |
1996-1998 Performance
| Acceleration, sec. | | | 0-30 | 2.7 | | 0-40 | 4.4 | | 0-50 | 6.4 | | 0-60 | 8.7 | | 0-70 | 12.0 | | 0-80 | 15.9 | | Standing quarter-mile, sec./mph | 16.1/82.03 | | Braking, 60-0, ft | 148 | | Lateral acceleration, g | 0.82 | | Speed through 600-ft slalom, mph | 69.0 mph | | EPA fuel economy, mpg, city/hwy | 17/23 | | Est. range, city/hwy, miles | 323/437 |
|
