1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 331 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cavalier | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
