1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 10 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 63 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 343 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Micra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 46 L |
