Vauxhall Cavalier Mk II CC 1600 D (54 Hp)
Overall Rating
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 CC Overview:
Vauxhall Cavalier (Mk II CC). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1600 D (54 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Extremely modest performance, primarily suited for economical, unhurried driving. Acceleration is very slow.
Fuel Economy
The most economical option in the lineup, offering excellent fuel efficiency for its era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and durable for its era
- • Practical hatchback body style
- • Wide range of engines to suit different needs
- • Good handling for a family car
- • Spacious interior for its class
Cons:
- • Dated styling by modern standards
- • Basic interior materials and design
- • Limited modern safety features
- • Some engines lack refinement
- • Rust can be an issue on older examples
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk II CC: 1981 - 1988).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Cavalier |
| Generation: | Mk II CC |
| Modification (Engine): | 1600 D (54 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 54 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | 16D More details about the engine 16D |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
















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