1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Golf.
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1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Cavalier | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |