1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 338 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cavalier | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |