1988 Chevrolet Cavalier Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Unibody
Production Years for Series :	1988 - 1994
Price :	$8,120-$15,990
Weight :	2360 lbs \| 1070.478 kg

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4
Displacement :	1983 cc \| 121.0 cu in. \| 2.0 L.
Power :	90 BHP (66.24 KW) @ 5600 RPM
Torque :	108 Ft-Lbs (146 NM) @ 3200 RPM
Bore :	3.5 in \| 89 mm.
Stroke :	3.2 in \| 80 mm.
Compression :	9.0:1
Main Bearings :	5
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum
Throttle-body fuel injection

V 6 60-degree
Displacement :	2835 cc \| 173.0 cu in. \| 2.8 L.
Power :	125 BHP (92 KW) @ 4500 RPM
Torque :	160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3600 RPM
Bore :	3.5 in \| 89 mm.
Stroke :	4.0 in \| 101 mm.
Compression :	8.9:1
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Multi-port Fuel Injection

Transmission:
5 Manual , 3 Automatic

Production Figures

Total Chevrolet Production for 1988 :	1,236,316
Total 1988 Cavalier production :	322,939
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier
Coupe 2 dr. 5 P :	34,470
RS Coupe 2 dr. 5 P :	24,359
RS Sedan 2 dr. 5 P :	18,852
Sedan 2 dr. 5 P :	107,438
Station Wagon 2 dr. 5 P :	29,806
VL Coupe 2 dr. 5 P :	43,611
Z24 Convertible Coupe 2 dr. 5 P :	8,745
Z24 Coupe 2 dr. 5 P :	55,658

Handling

Recall

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Manufacturer	HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	06E043000
Summary	CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' AND THEN 'BUS APPLICATIONS'). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence	THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy	HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes	THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19870401
NHTSA Campaign ID	88V095000
Summary	REAR LAMP WIRING HARNESS MAY CONTAIN OPEN OR INTERMITTENT CIRCUITS AFFECTING BACK UP LAMP OR LICENSE PLATE LAMP OPERATION.
Consequence	LAMPS WOULD FLASH OR BE INOPERATIVE; CARS WOULD NOTCOMPLY WITH FMVSS 108.
Remedy	INSTALL NEW WIRING HARNESS.
Notes	SYSTEM: REAR LAMP WIRING HARNESS/FMVSS 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: COUPE AND CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER CARS.

Component	VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19880501
NHTSA Campaign ID	88V121000
Summary	THERE MAY BE POOR BOND ADHESION BETWEEN WINDSHIELD GLASS AND MOUNTING.
Consequence	WINDSHIELD COULD SEPARATE DURING A 30 MPH FRONTAL BARRIERTEST REQUIRED BY FMVSS 212. SUCH SEPARATION DURING AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT INAN UNBELTED OCCUPANT BEING EJECTED AND INJURIED.
Remedy	REINSTALL WINDSHIELD ASSURING PROPER ADHESION.
Notes	SYSTEM: WINDSHIELD/FMVSS 212.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023

1988 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$10,400
Avg. Household Income :	$27,225
Avg. Home :	$91,600
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$0.91
Avg. Stamp :	$0

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier? A: The 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier has a wheelbase size of 101.20 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier? A: The 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier has lengths of 174.50-, 177.90-, 178.70-inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier? A: The 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier has width of 66.00 and 66.30 inches.

Q: How much did the 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier cost when new?A: The 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier cost approximately $8,120 to $15,990 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier? A: The 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier was offered as a Coupe, RS Coupe, RS Sedan, Sedan, Station Wagon, VL Coupe, Z24 Convertible Coupe, Z24 Coupe.

Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1988? A: Chevrolet produced 1,236,316 automobiles in 1988.

Q: How many 1988 Cavaliers were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 322,939 examples of the Cavalier in 1988.

Q: What engines did the 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier have? A: The 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1983 cc | 121.0 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 90 BHP (66.24 KW) @ 5600 RPM and 108 Ft-Lbs (146 NM) @ 3200 RPM

V 6 (2835 cc | 173.0 cu in. | 2.8 L.) with 125 BHP (92 KW) @ 4500 RPM and 160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3600 RPM

Q: What transmissions did the 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier have? A: The 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.