1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 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 7 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
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1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Cavalier | Jetta |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |