1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 803 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Cavalier | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |
