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Chevrolet Cavalier Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1982–1987) — First Generation

The first-generation Chevrolet Cavalier spans Cabrio, Coupe, Sedan and Estate 5-door bodies, giving you a choice of open-air driving, everyday passenger space or greater carrying flexibility, depending on the version.

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Chevrolet Cavalier Engines and Transmissions

Chevrolet Cavalier engine and transmission choices include the Cabrio’s gasoline 1.8 MT, 1.8 AT and 2.0 MT configurations. These selected examples all use front-wheel drive. The manuals give you control over gear changes, while the automatic makes stop-start driving easier by handling the shifts for you.

Cabrio — Chevrolet Cavalier Engines and Transmissions

Cabrio Chevrolet Cavalier Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Transmission	Type of drive
1.8 MT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	88 hp	65 kW	Manual	FWD
1.8 AT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	88 hp	65 kW	Automatic	FWD
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1985 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	Manual	FWD
2.0 AT	Gasoline	1985 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	Automatic	FWD
2.8 MT	Gasoline	2800 cm³	130 hp	96 kW	Manual	FWD
2.8 AT	Gasoline	2800 cm³	130 hp	96 kW	Automatic	FWD

Coupe — Chevrolet Cavalier Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Chevrolet Cavalier Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Transmission	Type of drive
1.8 MT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	88 hp	65 kW	Manual	FWD
1.8 AT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	88 hp	65 kW	Automatic	FWD
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1985 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	Manual	FWD
2.0 AT	Gasoline	1985 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	Automatic	FWD
2.8 MT	Gasoline	2800 cm³	130 hp	96 kW	Manual	FWD
2.8 AT	Gasoline	2800 cm³	130 hp	96 kW	Automatic	FWD

Sedan — Chevrolet Cavalier Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Chevrolet Cavalier Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Transmission	Type of drive
1.8 MT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	88 hp	65 kW	Manual	FWD
1.8 AT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	88 hp	65 kW	Automatic	FWD
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1985 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	Manual	FWD
2.0 AT	Gasoline	1985 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	Automatic	FWD
2.8 MT	Gasoline	2800 cm³	130 hp	96 kW	Manual	FWD
2.8 AT	Gasoline	2800 cm³	130 hp	96 kW	Automatic	FWD

Estate 5-door — Chevrolet Cavalier Engines and Transmissions

Estate 5-door Chevrolet Cavalier Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Transmission	Type of drive
1.8 MT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	88 hp	65 kW	Manual	FWD
1.8 AT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	88 hp	65 kW	Automatic	FWD
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1985 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	Manual	FWD
2.0 AT	Gasoline	1985 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	Automatic	FWD
2.8 MT	Gasoline	2800 cm³	130 hp	96 kW	Manual	FWD
2.8 AT	Gasoline	2800 cm³	130 hp	96 kW	Automatic	FWD

Chevrolet Cavalier Dimensions

Cabrio — Chevrolet Cavalier Dimensions

Cabrio Chevrolet Cavalier Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Ground clearance, minimum
1.8 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
1.8 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.0 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.0 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.8 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.8 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm

Coupe — Chevrolet Cavalier Dimensions

Coupe Chevrolet Cavalier Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Ground clearance, minimum
1.8 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
1.8 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.0 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.0 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.8 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.8 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm

Sedan — Chevrolet Cavalier Dimensions

Sedan Chevrolet Cavalier Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Ground clearance, minimum
1.8 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
1.8 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.0 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.0 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.8 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.8 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm

Estate 5-door — Chevrolet Cavalier Dimensions

Estate 5-door Chevrolet Cavalier Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Ground clearance, minimum
1.8 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
1.8 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.0 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.0 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.8 MT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm
2.8 AT	4432 mm	1676 mm	1321 mm	2570 mm	109 mm