1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cavalier | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
