i have not tested it yet but according to my math my 2000 z24 cavalier picks up 26 mph for every thousand rpm in fifth gear so if you took the car to 6 thousand rpm which is pushing it given wind factors and other variables your probably looking at 140 to 145.
Computer controlled.
The only way to "disable" the "governor" is to reprogram the ECM to delete the fuel cut off point.
yes i but a 2001 2.4 in a 1997 z24
no
Yes
a stock 2000 cavalier z24 2.4L puts out 155 horsepower at the wheel
16 gallons
yes you can, you can turbo anything.
on the water pump
Auto Zone $44.99
it is in the trunk area.
no because 2000-2002 they used bigger headlights than the 95-99.