The Chevrolet Cavalier is a compact car that was produced by General Motors from 1982 to 2005. The Cavalier was the entry-level vehicle in the Chevrolet lineup during its entire production run and was built to compete with other vehicles in the popular compact car segment that includes the Ford Escort and Honda Civic. The Cavalier was available in sedan, coupe, station wagon, and convertible body styles, and featured a number of engine options.