1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today 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 73 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 481 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Today |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 655 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
