1991 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 455 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3240 mm |
