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Dodge Challenger 1978 2.6 Auto Specs

(1979 - 1980) - Technical Specifications for Years 1979, 1980

Petrol

155.9 cu-in
2555 cm³

Inline 4

105 HP
106 PS / 78 kW

138 lb-ft
188 Nm

Dodge Challenger 1978 2.6 Auto Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	Challenger 2nd Gen. - 1978 New Model

Body :	Coupé

Num. of Doors :	2 doors


Dodge Challenger 1978 2.6 Auto Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	Inline 4

Engine Code :	Mitsubishi Astron 4G54B

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Carburetor 2-Barrel

Engine Alignment :	Transverse

Engine Position :	Front

Engine displacement :	155.9 cu-in / 2555 cm³

Bore x Stroke :	3.6 x 3.9 inches 91.4 x 99.1 mm

Number of valves :	8 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	8.2

Horsepower :	105 HP / 106 PS / 78 kW @ 5000 rpm

Maximum torque :	138 lb-ft / 188 Nm @ 2500 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	3 speed Automatic


Dodge Challenger 1978 2.6 Auto Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Highway ( - 2008):	9 MPG 26 L/100 km 11 MPG UK

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA City ( - 2008):	11 MPG 22 L/100 km 13 MPG UK

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Combined ( - 2008):	10 MPG 24 L/100 km 12 MPG UK

Range (EPA):	367 miles / 591 km

Fuel Tank Capacity :	15.3 gallons 58 L 12.8 UK gallons

Dodge Challenger 1978 2.6 Auto Performance

Top Speed :	- Mph / - km/h

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


Dodge Challenger 1978 2.6 Auto Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	99.02 inches / 251.5 cm

Length :	183.11 inches / 465.1 cm

Width :	65.94 inches / 167.5 cm

Height :	51.81 inches / 131.6 cm

Front Axle :	53.9 inches / 136.9 cm

Rear Axle :	53.31 inches / 135.4 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	0.4

Curb Weight :	2725 lbs / 1236 kg

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	11.7 kg/hp


Dodge Challenger 1978 2.6 Auto Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats :	4 seats

Trunk / Boot capacity :	10.9 cu-ft / 309 L


Dodge Challenger 1978 2.6 Auto Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (- inches / - mm)

Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Drums (- inches / - mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	195/70 R14

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	195/70 R14

Turning circle :	33.1 feet / 10.1 m

Front Suspension :	MacPherson struts with coil springs.

Rear Suspension :	Four-link with coil springs.