1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 706 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 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Cavalier 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Cavalier Land Cruiser
Year Released 1995 2000
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2190 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1194 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2370 mm