1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 741 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Odyssey | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |