1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 143 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 (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cavalier | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |