1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 5 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 113 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 (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Cavalier | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
