1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 294 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
