1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. 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 21 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 143 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
