1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 198 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cavalier | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
