1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 161 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
