1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1996 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cavalier | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |