Chevrolet Malibu IV Sedan 5.0 V8 (160 Hp) CAT Automatic 1978

General Information

Modification (Engine)

5.0 V8 (160 Hp) CAT Automatic

Start of production

1978 year

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Seats

Doors

End of production

1979 year

Engine

Dimensions

Rear (Back) track

1467 mm

Width

1816 mm

Height

1354 mm

Length

4895 mm

Front track

1486 mm

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

2.2

Front overhang

915 mm

Rear overhang

1235 mm

Ramp-over (brakeover) angle

14 °

Wheelbase

2745 mm

Ride height (ground clearance)

137 mm

Performance Characteristics

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Weight-to-power ratio

9.2 kg/Hp, 108.2 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

4.6 kg/Nm, 215.7 Nm/tonne

Volume and Weight

Kerb Weight

1479 kg

Fuel tank capacity

68 l

Trunk (boot) space - maximum

470 l

Transmission, Brakes and Suspension

Drivetrain Architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Rear wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox

3 gears, automatic transmission

Front suspension

Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar

Rear suspension

dependent spring suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm

Front brakes

Ventilated discs

Rear brakes

Drum

Steering type

Steering rack and pinion

Wheel rims size

6.0J x 14

Tires size

185/75 R14

Chevrolet Malibu 5.0 V8 (160 Hp) CAT Automatic