2008 Acura TSX vs. 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TSX | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
