1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (215 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 350 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.
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 Monte Carlo (298 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
