Chevrolet Monte Carlo G-body (1978–1980)
Chevrolet Monte Carlo chevrolet monte carlo 5.7l v8
G-body (1978–1980), 1978–1980. Gasoline · 5.7 L · 170 hp · 3-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 10.0 s and top speed 115 mph.
G-body (1978–1980)
1978 - 1980
5
Comparable trims
Solo
Comparison mode
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
5.7 L
Horsepower
170
Torque
275 lb-ft
Transmission
3-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
10.0 s
Top speed
115 mph
Curb weight
4 lbs
Wheelbase
2746 mm
Dimensions
5232 × 1854 × 1346 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
11.0 / 16.0 / 13.0 mpg
General information
| Brand country | United States |
|---|---|
| Vehicle class | Mid-size car |
| Doors | 2 |
| Seats | 5 |
| Steering side | Left-hand drive |
Dimensions
| Length | 5232 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1854 mm |
| Height | 1346 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2746 mm |
Volume and weight
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.0 gal |
|---|---|
| Curb weight | 4 lbs |
Engine
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Engine position | Front |
| Engine volume | 5.7 L |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 170 hp |
| Torque | 275 lb-ft |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
Transmission
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | 3 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Performance
| Top speed | 115 mph |
|---|---|
| 0–60 mph | 10.0 s |
| Fuel economy city | 11.0 mpg |
| Fuel economy highway | 16.0 mpg |
| Fuel economy combined | 13.0 mpg |
| Fuel type | Regular unleaded |
Suspension and brakes
| Front suspension | Independent |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Live axle |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |