2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 27 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cavalier | Lantis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
