1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 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. Both 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1999 Chevrolet Malibu are equipped with a 2,392 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 199 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cavalier | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
