1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 371 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2300 mm |
