1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 653 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Cavalier | T700 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3140 mm |
