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Vauxhall Cavalier Mk II 1.8 (84 Hp)
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Vauxhall Cavalier:
The Vauxhall Cavalier is a large family car that was sold primarily in the United Kingdom by Vauxhall from 1975 to 1995. It was based on a succession of Opel designs throughout its production life, during which it was built in three incarnations. The first generation of Cavalier, launched in 1975 and produced until 1981, was Vauxhall's version of the General Motors 'U-Car' — essentially an Opel Ascona B/ Opel Manta with a few minor visual differences.
The second generation of Cavalier, launched in 1981 and produced until 1988, was launched simultaneously with the identical new generation of Opel Ascona, which was sold across the world in various guises on the GM "J-Body platform". The third and final generation of Cavalier, launched in 1988 and produced until 1995, was a rebadged Opel Vectra A with the same production span. Cavaliers for the UK market were predominantly built at Vauxhall's Luton plant, but were also built alongside their Ascona/Vectra sister models at Opel plants in Continental Europe....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Mk II Overview:
Vauxhall Cavalier (Mk II). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 (84 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving, feeling competent but not overtly sporty.
Fuel Economy
Average fuel economy for a petrol engine of its size and era, suitable for mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of reliable and robust engines
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality
- • Spacious interior and generous boot capacity
- • Excellent value for money on the used market
- • Simple mechanicals make it easy to maintain and repair
Cons:
- • Dated styling and interior by modern standards
- • Basic safety features compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Some carburetted engines lack refinement and fuel efficiency
- • Susceptible to rust, particularly in wheel arches and sills
- • Not particularly engaging to drive, except for the SRi models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk II CC: 1986 - 1988).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Cavalier |
| Generation: | Mk II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (84 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 84 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | E18NV More details about the engine E18NV |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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