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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 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. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 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 | 2190 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |