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Technical data

This 3.8 AT (115 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation [Restyling] Coupe 2-doors, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1979 to . In addition to this engine, 8 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 km18.4litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km10.7litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km15.4litre
Fuel tank capacity68.5litre
Cruising rangefrom 370 to 640km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed171km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)13.8second

Engine

Displacement3785cm3
Engine power115bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 3 800RPM
Maximum torque258Nm
RPM at max torque2000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore96.5mm
Stroke86.4mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears3
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle12.2m

Body

Seats6
Length4895mm
Width1816mm
Height1354mm
Wheelbase2745mm
Front track1486mm
Rear track1467mm
Ground clearance137mm
Kerb weight1425.8kg
Min. boot capacity469litre
Max. boot capacity469litre
Body typeCoupe

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionMulti wishbone, Trailing arms, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City22.1 litres / 100km
Highway12.8 litres / 100km
Average18.5 litres / 100km

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

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