Chevrolet Cavalier Convertible III (J) 2.4 i 16V (152 Hp)
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Chevrolet Cavalier:
The Chevrolet Cavalier is a line of compact cars produced by Chevrolet. Serving as the replacement of the Chevrolet Monza, the Cavalier was the second Chevrolet model line to adopt front-wheel drive. Three versions of the Cavalier have been sold, including three generations sold in North America from model years 1982 to 2005, a version produced by SAIC-GM for China from 2016 to 2021, and a SAIC-GM version produced for Mexico since the 2019 model year.
The Cavalier was among the inaugural vehicles of the GM J platform. One of the first "world cars" of General Motors, the J platform was developed for use by each North American GM division , alongside international models for Opel, Vauxhall, and Holden. Though sharing chassis underpinnings, J-body cars from Europe and Australia used slightly different body designs and different powertrains; in Europe, the Vauxhall Cavalier and Opel Ascona were marketed as mid-size cars. Initially a divisional counterpart of the Buick Skyhawk, Cadillac Cimarron, Oldsmobile Firenza, and Pontiac J2000, the Cavalier was primarily marketed alongside the Pontiac Sunbird....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Convertible III (J) Overview:
Chevrolet Cavalier (Convertible III (J)). With 203 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1287 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The 2.4L 'Twin Cam' LD9 engine offers respectable performance for its class and era, providing adequate power for highway cruising and confident overtaking. It's the more spirited option for the Cavalier Convertible.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 8.6 l/100 km, the 2.4L engine offers average economy for a mid-90s compact convertible. It's not class-leading but acceptable for daily use.
Best Use Case:
Highway / Mixed Driving
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable open-top driving experience
- • Simple and relatively easy to maintain
- • Good parts availability (North America)
- • Decent trunk space for a convertible of its era
- • Comfortable ride for cruising
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Convertible body can exhibit cowl shake
- • Performance is adequate, not exhilarating (especially 2.2L)
- • Fuel economy is average for its class and age
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1988 - 1994).
| General: |
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Cavalier |
| Generation: | Convertible III (J) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 i 16V (152 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 152 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.5 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 203 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LD9 More details about the engine LD9 |
| Engine displacement: | 2392 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 10.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 118.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 157.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1287 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 295 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4580 mm |
| Width: | 1712 mm |
| Height: | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2645 mm |
| Front track: | 1463 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1440 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 195/65 R15 S |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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