2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 368 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
