1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 183 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Cavalier | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
