1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1992 Ford Festiva

To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1992 Ford Festiva were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 369 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chevrolet Cavalier 1992 Ford Festiva
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Cavalier Festiva
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2187 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 99 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75.5 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1179 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2300 mm


 

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