1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon

To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 6 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1994 Chevrolet Cavalier 2000 Honda Step Wagon
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Cavalier Step Wagon
Year Released 1994 2000
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2190 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2810 mm