2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 71 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
