1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 8 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 40 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cavalier | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
