Chevrolet Nova 1968–1972

3 generation (X-body)
General information
Number of doors2
Car classD
Steering wheel positionLeft
CountryUSA
At a glance
Engine5733 cm3 Gasoline
Power165 hp
GearboxAutomatic
OriginUnited States

Specifications

Engine
Cylinder bore101.6 mm
Max power (kW)123 kW
Engine power165 hp
Engine power167 PS
Valves per cylinder2
Turnover of maximum torque2400 RPM
Engine code350
Maximum torque380 N*m
Max power at RPM4000 RPM
Capacity5733 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Compression ratio8.5
Stroke cycle88.39 mm
Injection typecarburetor
Engine placementFront, longitudinal
Engine typeGasoline
Engine modelGM Chevrolet L65 (small-block V-8 350)
Boost typenone
Timing beltOHV
Cylinder layoutV-type
Bodywork
Clearance124 mm
Height1336 mm
Curb weight1455 kg
Back track width1496 mm
Front track width1499 mm
Width1839 mm
Wheelbase2819 mm
Length4811 mm
Number of seater5
Body typeCoupe
Gearbox and handling
Number of gear3
Gearbox typeAutomatic
Drive wheelsRear wheel drive
Operating characteristics
Fuel tank capacity68 l
Fuel76
Suspension and brakes
Back suspensionDependent, spring
Front brakesdrum
Rear brakesdrum
Front suspensionIndependent, spring

Grades & features

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