1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 69 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX will offer significantly more control. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | RunX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
