1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 93 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Cavalier 2007 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Cavalier Civic
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2391 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 50 L


 

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