1999 Honda Today vs. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 481 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Today | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
