Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Specs

(1978 - 1979) - Technical Specifications for Years 1978, 1979
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Key Specs

Petrol
249.8 cu-in
4093 cm3
Inline 6
115 HP
117 PS / 86 kW
190 lb-ft
258 Nm

Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Body, Model and Production details Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Body, Model and Production details

Generation : Caprice 3rd Generation - 1979 Facelift
Body : Sedan
Num. of Doors : 4 doors

Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Engine Technical Data Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 6
Engine Code : GM L22 250
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Carburetor
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 249.8 cu-in / 4093 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.87 x 3.53 inches
98.4 x 89.7 mm
Number of valves : 12 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 8.0
Horsepower : 115 HP / 117 PS / 86 kW
@ 3800 rpm
Maximum torque : 190 lb-ft / 258 Nm
@ 1600 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
3 speed Automatic Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds
Transmission Relations
1st Gear Ratio:
2nd Gear Ratio:
3rd Gear Ratio:
Reverse Gear Ratio: 1.93
Final Drive Ratio: 2.56

Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Highway ( - 2008): 22 MPG
26 MPG UK
10.7 L/100 km
Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA City ( - 2008): 15 MPG
18 MPG UK
15.7 L/100 km
Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Combined ( - 2008): 18 MPG
22 MPG UK
13.1 L/100 km
Range (EPA): 375 miles / 603 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 20.9 gallons
79 L
17.4 UK gallons
Catalytic converter : Yes

Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Performance Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Performance

Top Speed : - Mph / - km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : - s

Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 115.98 inches / 294.6 cm
Length : 212.09 inches / 538.7 cm
Width : 75.98 inches / 193.0 cm
Height : 55.98 inches / 142.2 cm
Front Axle : 61.81 inches / 157.0 cm
Rear Axle : 60.79 inches / 154.4 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : -
Curb Weight : 3668 lbs / 1664 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 14.2 kg/hp

Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Interior size, Dimensions Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 5 seats
Seat distribution : 2+3
Front legroom : 42.2 inches / 107.2 cm
Rear seat legroom : 39.49 inches / 100.3 cm
Front shoulder room : 60.79 inches / 154.4 cm
Rear shoulder room : 60.79 inches / 154.4 cm
Front head room : 39.02 inches / 99.1 cm
Rear head room : 38.19 inches / 97.0 cm
Front hip room : 55 inches / 139.7 cm
Rear hip room : 55.31 inches / 140.5 cm
Trunk / Boot capacity : -

Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(- inches / - mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Drums
(- inches / - mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : FR78/- R15
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : FR78/- R15
Turning circle : 44.6 feet / 13.6 m
Front Suspension : Double wishbone. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar.
Rear Suspension : Rigid Axle. Coil Springs.
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How many horsepower (hp) does a 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed have?
The 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed has 117 PS / 115 bhp / 86 kW.

How much does a Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed weighs?
The Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed weighs 1664 Kg / 3668 lbs.

What is the Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed gas mileage?
The Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed gas mileage is .

What engine is in Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed?
The Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed has a Inline 6, Petrol engine with 4093 cm3 / 249.8 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed?
The Chevrolet Caprice 3 Sedan 1979 4.1 115HP Automatic 3-speed is 212.09 inches / 538.7 cm long, 75.98 inches / 193.0 cm wide, and 55.98 inches / 142.2 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 115.98 inches / 294.6 cm.