1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 490 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Cavalier | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
