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) TorqueFlite
Start Of Production1960
End Of Production1961

Body & Dimensions

The Adventurer Sedan is a spacious car with a length of 5476 mm, width of 2017 mm, and height of 1397 mm. It has a wheelbase of 3099 mm and a minimum turning circle of 14.3 meters. The car has a ground clearance of 132 mm and an approach angle of 16°, making it suitable for moderate off-road driving.

Specs-
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 Adventurer is a petrol-powered car that runs on gasoline, providing a reliable and efficient driving experience.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The car is a V8, rear-wheel drive Adventurer with a 5.9L engine that produces 265 HP and 515 Nm of torque. It has a 3-speed automatic transmission and uses a carburetor for fuel delivery. The front suspension is independent while the rear uses leaf springs. The engine has a compression ratio of 9.0 and a displacement of 5.9L (361.02 cu. in.).

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, automatic transmission TorqueFlite
Front SuspensionIndependent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring

Brakes

The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with conventional braking and steering systems. The drum brakes at both front and rear provide adequate stopping power, while the worm-reduction unit steering offers precise handling.

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

Weight & Capacity

The Adventurer offers generous cargo space with a maximum trunk and boot space of 929 l (32.81 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 76 l (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal).

Specs-
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 Adventurer Sedan has a seating capacity of 6 people.

The wheelbase of the Adventurer Sedan is 3099 mm.

The ground clearance of the Adventurer Sedan is 132 mm.

The maximum towing capacity of the Adventurer is 3,500 pounds.

Yes, the Adventurer is designed for off-road driving and is equipped with advanced features such as hill descent control and traction control to help navigate challenging terrain.

The fuel economy of the Adventurer varies depending on driving conditions, but it typically gets around 15-20 miles per gallon in city driving and 20-25 miles per gallon on the highway.

Petrol (Gasoline)

No, it's a petrol-powered car.

Adventurer

The car has a V8, naturally aspirated engine with a displacement of 5.9L.

The engine produces 265 horsepower at 4400 RPM and 515 Nm (379.84 lb.-ft.) of torque at 2400 RPM.

The car has a 3-speed automatic transmission.

The Adventurer features drum brakes at both the front and rear.

The Adventurer is equipped with a worm-reduction unit steering system.

The drum brakes provide sufficient stopping power for normal driving conditions. However, they may not be suitable for aggressive driving or mountainous terrain.

The Adventurer has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds.

Yes, the Adventurer is designed for off-road driving and is equipped with advanced features such as a locking rear differential and hill descent control.

The Adventurer has an estimated fuel economy of 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway.

The maximum trunk and boot space is 929 l (32.81 cu. ft).

The fuel tank capacity is 76 l (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal).

Yes, the Adventurer offers one of the largest cargo spaces in its class, making it ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.