performance engine and boy-racer appearance. Similarly, the Cavalier lineup includes a
pair of 2-doors-(the base coupe and snazzy Z24)-two sedans (base and LS) and the LS
convertible.
For 1996, both the Sunfire and Cavalier have GM's 2.4-liter Twin Cam 4-cyl. as the
optional engine (standard in Sunfire GT and Cavalier Z24), which replaces the previous
2.3-liter Quad 4 engine. It's the same engine, with more displacement and a pair of
balance shafts to smooth out vibrations.
In addition, a 4-speed automatic transmission with traction control now is
available on all models, and all have standard daytime running lights as well as GM's
PASSlock anti-theft system. Remote keyless entry and steering wheel radio controls are
available on all models for 1996 as well, and a number of refinements also were made
to the ride and steering.
However, the most significant change for 1996 is availability. In 1995, GM's
Lordstown, Ohio assembly plant, which makes the Sunfire and Cavalier coupes and
sedans, was plagued with startup production problems that limited availability of the cars. Those problems apparently are behind the plant, and the supply of Sunfire and Cavalier models in dealer showrooms should be vastly improved for 1996. Next Page