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Series J--Z24,RS--V-6: The Cavalier's formerly lengthy model list shrunk this year to base, RS and Z24 levels. Fresh sheet metal gave the subcompact a more aerodynamic appearance, with a new grille and composite headlamps in a rounded front end. Back end changes included a new decklid, taillamps and bumper. Coupes even got a new roof profile. A 2.8 Liter V-6 engine was standard in the sporty Z24, which came in coupe and convertable form, but optional only in the station wagon this year. Other models came only with the 2.0 Liter four. The former RS convertable was dropped, as was the hatchback coupe. Analog instruments (including a tachometer) were standard on the Z24, with electronic instruments optional. All models came with a standard five speed manual gearbox or optional three speed automatic. Engine Data: BASE V-6 (Z24 & RS): 173 cu. in. 2.8 Liter 60 degree, overhead valve V-6 Multi-Port Fuel Injection. Cast-Iron Block and Aluminum Head. Bore & Stroke: 3.50 x 2.99 in. Compression Ratio: 8.5:1. Brake Horsepower: 130 at 5100 RPM. Torque: 155 lb.-ft at 3600 RPM. Vin Code: Wor S. Chassis Data: WHEELBASE: 101.2 in., OVERALL LENGTH: (Cpe. Sdn.) 174.5 in.; (Conv.) 178.7 in.; (Wgn.) 177.9 in., HEIGHT: (Cpe) 50.2 in.; (Conv.) 52.7 in.; (Sed.) 52.1 in.; (Wgn.) 52.8 in., WIDTH: (Cpe. Conv.) 66.0 in.; (Sed. Wgn.) 66.3 in., FRONT TREAD: 55.4 in., REAR TREAD: 55.2 in., STANDARD TIRES: (Cpe. Sed. Wgn.) P185/80R13; (Z24) P215/60R14 Technical Data: TRANSMISSION: Five Speed Manual Shift Standard. STEERING: Rack and Pinion. FRONT SUSPENSION: MacPherson struts, lower control arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar. REAR SUSPENSION: Semi-Independent with beam axle, trailing arms, variable-rate coil springs, stabilizer available. BRAKES: Front disk, rear drum. BODY CONSRUCTION: Unitized. FUEL TANK: 13.6 Gallons.
the phase 1 gen 2 cavaliers were and are looked down on for lack of; power but given a chance and a good driver these cars can out handle and out run almost anything
once the VSS is bypassed the top speed of these car is outragous i once had the chance
to test my Z24's top speed with a friends 2002 ss comaro on a 2 mile stecth i hit 155 mph at 5600 rpm so if anyone says that car won't go disconnect the VSS and go fir it
with the simple addition of a flowmaster, stage2 chip - thomstat, and air cleaner
you can boost power to about 215 hp 235 ft.lbs
heres a couple of phase 1 gen 2 cavaliers |
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