1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 109 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
