This 5.7 MT (160 hp) engine was fitted in the 5 generation Classic pickup 2-doors, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1978 to . In addition to this engine, 10 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
Body type
Pickup
Seats
3
Width
1826mm
Length
5121mm
Height
1366mm
Wheelbase
2974mm
Front track
1486mm
Rear track
1467mm
Ground clearance
147mm
Kerb weight
1528.5kg
Cargo area (L × W × H)
1994x1501x345mm
Engine
Engine type
Gasoline
Displacement
5735cm3
Engine power
160bhp
Cylinder layout
V-type
Number of cylinders
8
RPM at max power
to 3 800RPM
Maximum torque
353Nm
RPM at max torque
2400RPM
Injection type
Carburetor
Valves per cylinder
2
Bore
101.6mm
Stroke
88.4mm
Suspension & brakes
Front suspension
Independent, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear suspension
Multi wishbone, Dampers, Spring
Rear brakes
Drum
Gearbox & drivetrain
Gearbox
Manual
Drive wheels
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Turning circle
13m
Power & fuel consumption
Fuel tank capacity
66.2litre
Fuel
92 RON
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