1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1997 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 93 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cavalier | Celica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |