1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 15 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai H1 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 | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Cavalier | H1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
