This 2.3 Powerglide (85 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Sedan, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1970 to 1973. In addition to this engine, 19 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
Fuel tank capacity
42litre
Fuel
92 RON
Engine
Displacement
2287cm3
Engine power
85bhp
RPM at max power
to 4 800RPM
Maximum torque
156Nm
RPM at max torque
2400RPM
Engine type
Gasoline
Cylinder layout
Inline
Injection type
Carburetor
Intercooler
Yes
Number of cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
2
Bore
88.9mm
Stroke
92mm
Gearbox & drivetrain
Gearbox
Automatic
Number of gears
2
Drive wheels
Rear-wheel drive
Turning circle
10.6m
Body
Seats
5
Length
4376mm
Width
1661mm
Height
1318mm
Wheelbase
2464mm
Front track
1400mm
Rear track
1374mm
Ground clearance
122mm
Kerb weight
1051kg
Min. boot capacity
246litre
Max. boot capacity
246litre
Body type
Sedan
Suspension & brakes
Front suspension
Independent, Double wishbone, Spring
Rear suspension
Drive axle, Helical springs
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
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