1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 27 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Cavalier | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
