1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1995 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 162 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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 (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Cavalier | 460 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |