1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 279 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Cavalier | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
