1990 Chevy Cavalier Review
1990 Chevy Cavalier Review
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What’s new
Convertible model disappears. New engines have more power; base 2.2-liter motor pumps out 95 horsepower, while the 3.1-liter V6 makes 140 horsepower. Door-mounted passive seatbelts have been added. Seats and fabrics are new this year. RS trim level reappears on wagon models.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2dr Coupe and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.88 per gallon for regular unleaded in Idaho.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Idaho
$180/mo for Cavalier VL
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5 star(28%)
4 star(61%)
3 star(5%)
2 star(6%)
1 star(0%)
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4 out of 5 stars
AMAZING AFTER SO MANY MILES!!!!
CypressMJ, 07/26/2003
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2dr Coupe
I'd have to say I am really proud of
my Cavalier VL coupe. She runs great
and fast. As a teenager still in
the 'wanna-be fast' stage of my life,
this baby has all the power I need
with a 3.1L engine pulling about 140
horsepower. Other then the lack of
stylish exterior and constant rust
problems, my car, after 102,456 miles
on it, still runs fresh off the
dealership. … Watch out for that
thermostat, though. She'll stick on ya!
4.38 out of 5 stars
Best first car EVER
Jen, 07/24/2010
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe
It's the best car I could imagine for a first car. It's fun, and pretty economical, great for A to B driving, and as reliable as anything. The only damage to my car is my fault, and even after rolling off the road and down a hill there was practically no damage at all! IT'S A TANK! But runs like any sporty little coupe you can find. The fuel economy says 20-26 but I actually get around … 28, living and driving on back roads mostly, and highway. Sometimes better, sometimes worse. But anyways, it may not be the sexiest beast around, but it's just as good if not better than one. I wish they still made them, if you ever find one and someone you know needs a great reliable and durable car-get it.
4.13 out of 5 stars
cavilier's
kristin, 09/22/2002
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan
It has a few dents to the passenger
hood where a deer ran out in front of
me and so its not fixable unless I get
another hood and fender. So its really
not worth it. The money that I take to
fix it, I might as well go and buy
another car. other than a couple of
dents it is a good car.
3.63 out of 5 stars
Awesome car!
Bibblebop, 02/25/2010
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe
For a car to from point A to B, this car has been great. Twenty years old and still running awesome. I have 95k on it and picked it up 4 years ago with 54k. Its cheap to buy parts for and runs forever. This is my second Cavalier and a true fan. Look around, you still see old Cavaliers everywhere. Thats tells a story on the quality these little cars are known for.
1990 Cavalier Highlights
Wagon
VL
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 26 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $180/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 34.1 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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