1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1995 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1995 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1995 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cavalier | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |