1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 58 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Cavalier | Cooper |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |