1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 17 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz.
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 (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
