1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 12 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 291 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
