Z71 is the Chevy "off road" package. The standard 4x4 doesnt come with as many options. agree with the first answer as Z71 is the GM code for "off road package." it basically includes bilstein shocks and skid plates, along with some trim features.
The 4x4 Chevy is just what it says, only a 4WD. The Z71 on the other hand is a 4WD but it also comes factory with skid plates, improved bilstein shocks, different gearing in the differentials (smaller gears, and a locker), it has upgraded cabin air filters, and most Z71 models from 1997 and newer come with push button 4WD "on the fly".
The model is different, but the vehicles function the same.
the name plate
No difference in the engine. It is all in the trans and the rearend
S-10 is the small truck and the 1500 is a full size truck
The price difference between a conventional truck and one with a lift is an estimated $4000 difference. The $4000 includes the lift for the truck as well as the wheels that are needed to go with it.
The C2500 is 2wd and k2500 is 4wd.
the big Chevy truck rod is bigger than a passenger car rod.
The difference between a Chevy 4 by 4 and Z71 truck is that the Chevy is a 4 by 4 but the Z71 is a off road 4 by 4 but also is capable of being a off road vehicle as it can come with the off road equipment.
YES. Those 2 engines are the same. NO difference. It is a direct bolt in.
car/truck and marine Clockwise and counterclockwise rotations require different cam shafts.
The C-10 is a 1/2 ton, and the c-20 is a 3/4 ton.
A Silverado C1500 is a 2WD light truck, K1500 is a 4WD light truck. Please clarify what you mean about the r and the v as I am unfamiliar with that coding.