1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1096 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
