1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 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 51 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 53 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 (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
