2006 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 803 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
