1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 28 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
