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Vauxhall Cavalier Coupe 1.9 S (90 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)
Coupe Overview:
Vauxhall Cavalier (Coupe). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier Coupe predates modern crash testing standards like Euro NCAP. Safety features are rudimentary by today's measures, typical for vehicles of its era, focusing on basic structural integrity and seatbelts.
1.9 S (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.9 S, with 90 Hp, offered a slightly milder but still engaging driving experience compared to the 2.0 S. It provided adequate power for daily driving and cruising, maintaining the Coupe's sporty character.
Fuel Economy
While specific fuel economy figures are not provided, the 1.9 S would likely offer marginally better, or similar, fuel consumption to the 2.0 S due to its carburetted nature and slightly smaller displacement. Expect similar maintenance needs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive coupe design
- • Engaging rear-wheel-drive handling
- • Robust and simple mechanicals (Opel Manta B platform)
- • Good parts availability due to Opel Manta commonality
- • Increasing classic car appeal and value
Cons:
- • Lacks modern safety features and amenities
- • Fuel economy is poor by modern standards
- • Rust can be a significant issue on older models
- • Interior plastics and trim can show age
- • Carburettor tuning can be finicky
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Cavalier |
| Generation: | Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 S (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1975 |
| End of production: | 1979 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | 19S |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 6.1 l |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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