1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1995 Opel Vectra 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Vectra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cavalier | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
