1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (121 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Step Wagon | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
