2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 53 kg more than 2003 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
