1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1223 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.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3490 mm |
