1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 633 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Quest |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
