1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 34 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 242 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1992 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2080 mm |
