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Vauxhall Cavalier Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1975–1995) — First Generation

The first-generation Vauxhall Cavalier brought nimble rear-wheel-drive handling to a practical family car. Available as a Sedan, Hatchback 3-door and convertible Cabrio, it offered a choice of manual or automatic transmissions paired with responsive four-cylinder engines.

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Vauxhall Cavalier Engines and Transmissions

The Vauxhall Cavalier engine range focused on straightforward, dependable four-cylinder petrol units. In the open-top Cabrio, you could choose between a 1.9-litre and a larger 2.0-litre, with either a manual or automatic transmission. All drive the rear wheels, giving the car balanced, engaging handling that enthusiasts still appreciate today.

Cabrio — Vauxhall Cavalier Engines and Transmissions

Cabrio Vauxhall Cavalier Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.6 MTGasoline1584 cm³60 hp44 kW103 N⋅mManualRWD
1.6 MTGasoline1584 cm³75 hp55 kW115 N⋅mManualRWD
1.9 MTGasoline1896 cm³90 hp66 kW147 N⋅mManualRWD
1.9 ATGasoline1896 cm³90 hp66 kW147 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.0 MTGasoline1979 cm³100 hp74 kW153 N⋅mManualRWD
2.0 ATGasoline1979 cm³100 hp74 kW153 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Sedan — Vauxhall Cavalier Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Vauxhall Cavalier Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.3 MTGasoline1257 cm³58 hp43 kW94 N⋅mManualRWD
1.6 MTGasoline1584 cm³60 hp44 kW103 N⋅mManualRWD
1.6 MTGasoline1584 cm³75 hp55 kW115 N⋅mManualRWD
1.9 MTGasoline1896 cm³90 hp66 kW147 N⋅mManualRWD
1.9 ATGasoline1896 cm³90 hp66 kW147 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.0 MTGasoline1979 cm³100 hp74 kW153 N⋅mManualRWD
2.0 ATGasoline1979 cm³100 hp74 kW153 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Hatchback 3-door — Vauxhall Cavalier Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 3-door Vauxhall Cavalier Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.6 MTGasoline1584 cm³75 hp55 kW115 N⋅mManualRWD
1.9 MTGasoline1896 cm³90 hp66 kW147 N⋅mManualRWD
1.9 ATGasoline1896 cm³90 hp66 kW147 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.6 MTGasoline1584 cm³60 hp44 kW103 N⋅mManualRWD
2.0 MTGasoline1979 cm³100 hp74 kW153 N⋅mManualRWD
2.0 ATGasoline1979 cm³100 hp74 kW153 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Vauxhall Cavalier Dimensions

Cabrio — Vauxhall Cavalier Dimensions

Cabrio Vauxhall Cavalier Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.6 MT4450 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg
1.6 MT4450 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg
1.9 MT4450 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg
1.9 AT4450 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg
2.0 MT4450 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg
2.0 AT4450 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg

Sedan — Vauxhall Cavalier Dimensions

Sedan Vauxhall Cavalier Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.3 MT4460 mm1650 mm1320 mm2520 mm915 kg
1.6 MT4460 mm1650 mm1320 mm2520 mm1000 kg
1.6 MT4460 mm1650 mm1320 mm2520 mm1000 kg
1.9 MT4460 mm1650 mm1320 mm2520 mm1000 kg
1.9 AT4460 mm1650 mm1320 mm2520 mm1000 kg
2.0 MT4460 mm1650 mm1320 mm2520 mm1000 kg
2.0 AT4460 mm1650 mm1320 mm2520 mm1000 kg

Hatchback 3-door — Vauxhall Cavalier Dimensions

Hatchback 3-door Vauxhall Cavalier Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.6 MT4340 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg
1.9 MT4340 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg
1.9 AT4340 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg
1.6 MT4340 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1000 kg
2.0 MT4340 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1020 kg
2.0 AT4340 mm1650 mm1280 mm2520 mm1020 kg