1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 477 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cavalier | Today |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |