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2 generation Cabriolet


Technical data

This 3.8 MT (140 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Cabriolet, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1968 to . In addition to this engine, 30 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km18.2litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km14.2litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km16.3litre
Fuel tank capacity76litre
Cruising rangefrom 420 to 540km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed157km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)13.9second

Engine

Displacement3768cm3
Engine power140bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 400RPM
Maximum torque298Nm
RPM at max torque1600RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore98.42mm
Stroke82.55mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears3
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle13.6m

Body

Seats5
Length5006mm
Width1923mm
Height1339mm
Wheelbase2845mm
Front track1499mm
Rear track1499mm
Ground clearance122mm
Kerb weight1500kg
Min. boot capacity283litre
Max. boot capacity283litre
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionSpring, Dampers, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesDrum
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City21.8 litres / 100km
Highway17 litres / 100km
Average19.6 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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