Chevrolet Malibu Malibu IV Sport Coupe

Chevrolet - Malibu IV Sport Coupe

Details-
BrandChevrolet
ModelMalibu
GenerationMalibu IV Sport Coupe
Modification5.0 V8 (155 Hp) CAT
Start Of Production1979
End Of Production1980

Body & Dimensions

The car is a Coupe type Malibu model with 6 seats and 2 doors. It has a length of 4895 mm (192.72 in.), width of 1816 mm (71.5 in.), and height of 1354 mm (53.31 in.). The wheelbase is 2745 mm (108.07 in.), with a front track of 1486 mm (58.5 in.) and rear track of 1467 mm (57.76 in.). The front overhang is 915 mm (36.02 in.) and rear overhang is 1235 mm (48.62 in.). The car has a minimum turning circle of 12.2 m (40.03 ft.), approach angle of 23°, departure angle of 16°, ramp over angle of 14°, and ride height ground clearance of 137 mm (5.39 in.).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats6
Doors2
Length4895 mm 192.72 in.
Width1816 mm 71.5 in.
Height1354 mm 53.31 in.
Wheelbase2745 mm 108.07 in.
Front Track1486 mm 58.5 in.
Rear Track1467 mm 57.76 in.
Front Overhang915 mm 36.02 in.
Rear Overhang1235 mm 48.62 in.
Min Turning Circle12.2 m 40.03 ft.
Approach Angle23°
Departure Angle16°
Ramp Over Angle14°
Ride Height Ground Clearance137 mm 5.39 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Malibu is a petrol-powered car, offering a reliable and efficient driving experience. With its gasoline engine, it's perfect for daily commutes and long road trips alike.

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Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a Malibu model with a rear-wheel drive system and a 4-speed manual transmission. It is equipped with a 305.18 cubic inch, 8-cylinder V-engine that produces 155 horsepower at 4000 rpm and 325 Nm of torque at 1600 rpm. The engine features a carburettor fuel injection system, overhead valves, and a naturally aspirated design. The car has an independent front suspension with coil springs and an anti-roll bar, while the rear suspension is a dependent spring suspension with a transverse stabilizer and trailing arm. The engine is longitudinally mounted and drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power155 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre31 Hp/l
Torque325 Nm @ 1600 rpm. 239.71 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement5001 cm3 305.18 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore95 mm 3.74 in.
Piston Stroke88.4 mm 3.48 in.
Compression Ratio8.6
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHV
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspensiondependent spring suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm

Brakes

The Chevrolet Malibu features ventilated discs in the front and drum brakes in the rear, with a steering rack and pinion system. It runs on 185/75 R14 tires and has 6.0J x 14 wheel rims.

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Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size185/75 R14
Wheel Rims Size6.0J x 14

Weight & Capacity

The Chevrolet Malibu is a mid-size car with a kerb weight of 1467 kg and a maximum trunk boot space of 470 l. It has a fuel tank capacity of 68 l and a weight-to-power ratio of 9.5 kg/Hp. The car's weight-to-torque ratio is 4.5 kg/Nm.

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Weight To Power Ratio9.5 kg/Hp, 105.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio4.5 kg/Nm, 221.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1467 kg 3234.18 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum470 l 16.6 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity68 l 17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Chevrolet - Malibu IV Sport Coupe

The body type of the car is Coupe.

The car has 6 seats.

The ground clearance of the car is 137 mm (5.39 in.).

The Malibu can seat up to 5 passengers.

The Malibu gets an EPA-estimated 29 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.

The Malibu comes standard with a rearview camera, automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warning.

The Malibu uses petrol (gasoline).

Yes, the Malibu is well-suited for long road trips due to its petrol engine and comfortable design.

The Malibu has a petrol (gasoline) engine.

The engine is longitudinally mounted in a front, longitude position.

This car has a 4-speed manual transmission.

The engine displacement of this car is 305.18 cubic inches or 5001 cm3.

The Malibu has ventilated discs in the front and drum brakes in the rear.

The Malibu has a steering rack and pinion system.

The Malibu runs on 185/75 R14 tires and has 6.0J x 14 wheel rims.

The Chevrolet Malibu has an estimated EPA rating of up to 29 MPG city and 37 MPG highway.

The Chevrolet Malibu offers a range of advanced safety features, including forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring.

Yes, the Chevrolet Malibu is available as a hybrid model, which offers improved fuel economy and reduced emissions.

The kerb weight of the Chevrolet Malibu is 1467 kg or 3234.18 lbs.

The maximum trunk boot space of the Chevrolet Malibu is 470 l or 16.6 cu. ft.

The fuel tank capacity of the Chevrolet Malibu is 68 l or 17.96 US gal or 14.96 UK gal.