Other Vauxhall Cavalier (1981 - 1989) models:

Available new from: January 1986  -  July 1988

Vauxhall Cavalier Saloon (81-89)
Vauxhall Cavalier Saloon (81-89)
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Specs Overview

2wd
Manual
Diesel
4dr
Power (bhp)54 bhp
Acceleration 0-60 mph-
Miles per tank-
Insurance group get an insurance quote? 0
Road tax£345 per year
Dimensions (mm)Length 4368mm X Width 1676mm
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Costs

What is the price to buy a used and new Cavalier Saloon 1981 and what is the overall running cost?

Insurance group-
Annual road tax£345
Price when new£8,787
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Dimensions

What are the dimensions of Cavalier Saloon 1981 and its fuel capacity and the overall weight?

Fuel Capacity-
Weight-
Length4368mm
Width1676mm
Height-
Wheelbase-
Turning Circle-
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Performance

What is the BHP, top speed, torque, and CO2 emissions of Cavalier Saloon 1981?

Power54 bhp
Top Speed-
0-60 mph-
Torque -
CO2 EmissionsN/a
Euro Emissions Standard
-

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Miles Per Tank-
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Engine

What is the Engine size, fuel type, transmission, and Gearbox of Vauxhall Cavalier Saloon 1981?

Engine Size1598cc
Cylinders-
Valves-
Fuel TypeDiesel
TransmissionManual
Gearbox-
DrivetrainFront wheel drive
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Cabin & Luggage

What are the number of seats and doors in Vauxhall Cavalier Saloon 1981 and its boot size?

Doors4
Seats-
Luggage Capacity-
Unbraked Towing Weight-
Braked Towing Weight-

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