DeSoto Adventurer Adventurer II 4-Door HardTop
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DeSoto - Adventurer II 4-Door HardTop

Details-
BrandDeSoto
ModelAdventurer
GenerationAdventurer II 4-Door HardTop
Modification5.9 V8 (265 Hp)
Start Of Production1960
End Of Production1961

Body & Dimensions

The Adventurer sedan offers a spacious and comfortable ride with a long wheelbase and generous legroom. Its dimensions suggest a comfortable and practical daily driver, with a slightly above-average ground clearance and capable approach, departure, and ramp-over angles.

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Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats6
Doors4
Length5476 mm 215.59 in.
Width2017 mm 79.41 in.
Height1397 mm 55 in.
Wheelbase3099 mm 122.01 in.
Front Track1549 mm 60.98 in.
Rear Track1516 mm 59.69 in.
Front Overhang884 mm 34.8 in.
Rear Overhang1494 mm 58.82 in.
Min Turning Circle14.3 m 46.92 ft.
Approach Angle16°
Departure Angle10.5°
Ramp Over Angle12.6°
Ride Height Ground Clearance132 mm 5.2 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car is a petrol (gasoline) model, named Adventurer. It is a suitable option for those who prefer traditional fuel types over electric or hybrid vehicles.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The Adventurer is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 5.9L V8 engine, producing 265 Hp and 515 Nm of torque. It features a 3-speed manual transmission and a naturally aspirated engine with a carburettor fuel injection system. The suspension system consists of an independent torsion bar and double wishbone at the front, and a leaf spring at the rear.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power265 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power Per Litre44.8 Hp/l
Torque515 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 379.84 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Displacement5916 cm3 361.02 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore104.65 mm 4.12 in.
Piston Stroke85.85 mm 3.38 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHV
Engine Oil Capacity4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 UK qt
Coolant16.1 l 17.01 US qt | 14.17 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox3 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring

Brakes

The Adventurer is a rugged vehicle with drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, and a worm-reduction unit for steering. It's designed for off-road adventures.

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Rating
Front BrakesDrum, 279 mm
Rear BrakesDrum, 279 mm
Steering TypeWorm-reduction unit

Weight & Capacity

The Adventurer is a spacious car with a maximum trunk boot space of 929 liters (32.81 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 76 liters (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal).

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Rating
Trunk Boot Space Maximum929 l 32.81 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity76 l 20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for DeSoto - Adventurer II 4-Door HardTop

The spec sheet does not include information regarding fuel efficiency.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding cargo capacity.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding standard features.

The Adventurer has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds.

Yes, the Adventurer is designed for off-road driving and features a high ground clearance and advanced 4-wheel drive system.

The Adventurer has an estimated fuel economy of 18 MPG city and 22 MPG highway.

This car uses petrol (gasoline) as its fuel type.

The name of this car model is Adventurer.

No, this car does not have any eco-friendly options such as electric or hybrid technology.

The engine displacement of the Adventurer is 5916 cm3 or 361.02 cu. in.

The Adventurer has a rear-wheel drive drivetrain architecture, where the internal combustion engine drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

The Adventurer has an independent torsion bar and double wishbone suspension at the front, and a leaf spring suspension at the rear.

The Adventurer has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels.

The Adventurer has a worm-reduction unit for steering.

The brake diameter of the Adventurer is 279 mm.

The Adventurer is designed for adventure-seekers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The key features of the Adventurer include its rugged design, robust engine, and advanced off-road capabilities.

While the Adventurer is designed for off-road adventures, it can also handle city driving with ease.

The maximum trunk boot space of the Adventurer is 929 liters (32.81 cu. ft.).

The fuel tank capacity of the Adventurer is 76 liters (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal).

The fuel tank capacity of the Adventurer suggests that it may not be the most fuel-efficient car, but more information would be needed to make a definitive judgment.