This 2.5 MT (90 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Hatchback (5-door), which was produced by Chevrolet from 1980 to 1985. In addition to this engine, 13 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.
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4488mm |
| Width | 1736mm |
| Height | 1348mm |
| Wheelbase | 2664mm |
| Front track | 1492mm |
| Rear track | 1447mm |
| Ground clearance | 136mm |
| Kerb weight | 1140kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 556litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 1174litre |
| Front/rear axle load | 720/420kg |
| Loading height | 528mm |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2471cm3 |
| Engine power | 90bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 4 000RPM |
| Injection type | Carburetor |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Maximum torque | 182Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 2400RPM |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 101.6mm |
| Stroke | 76.2mm |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.8litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 6.2litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.1litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 53litre |
| Cruising range | from 540 to 850km |
| Top speed | 167km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 13second |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 12.5m |
| Front suspension | MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent, Double wishbone, Trailing arms, Spring, Stabilizer bar |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| City | 11.8 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 7.4 litres / 100km |
| Average | 9.7 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.