1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 362 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Cavalier | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |