1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 222 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
