The original American econobox—a rear-drive subcompact that was as basic as a car could get. It had a 1.6L four-banger, a 4-speed manual, and not much else. It was slow, it was cheap, and it was everywhere. It's a forgotten relic of the '80s.
The Chevette was a rear-wheel-drive, unibody subcompact hatchback and sedan. It had a 1.6L I4 (70 hp) or a 1.8L diesel (51 hp) and a 4-speed or 5-speed manual or 3-speed automatic. It had a solid rear axle with leaf springs and independent front suspension with coil springs. It was basic transportation—no power steering, no air conditioning (in base models), and no frills. It was built on the GM T-platform.
The 1.6L I4 is a simple, durable engine—it's an iron-block, SOHC motor that'll run forever. The diesel is a bit of a boat anchor. The 5-speed manual is good; the 3-speed auto (THM200) is okay. Rust is the #1 killer—these things rot out in the salt belt. The Chevette is a cheap used car, but it's not a collector's item.
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