1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 5 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 59 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
