The compact that sold millions and was everywhere. It had a 2.2L I4 or a 2.8L V6 and was front-drive. It was cheap, simple, and reliable—but it was also incredibly dull.
The Cavalier was a front-wheel-drive, unibody compact sedan, coupe, convertible, and wagon on the GM J-body platform. Engines: 1.8L I4 (85 hp), 2.0L I4 (90 hp), 2.2L I4 (110 hp), 2.8L V6 (125 hp), or 3.1L V6 (140 hp). Transmissions: 4-speed manual, 5-speed manual, or 3-speed/4-speed auto.
The 2.2L I4 is reliable—it's a pushrod four-cylinder, simple. The 2.8L V6 has intake manifold gasket issues. The 3-speed auto (THM125) is okay; the 4-speed auto (4T40) is okay. The Cavalier is a cheap used car—reliable, but boring.
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