1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
