1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 118 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Santana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
