1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
