1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cavalier | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |