2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1994 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Brilliance | Chevrolet |
| Model | BS4 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
