1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Cavalier 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Cavalier Space Wagon
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2190 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2790 mm


 

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