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Chevrolet Camaro Camaro Mk2 (1970–1981) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 2
1970 - 1981
Camaro Mk2
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Quick Specs
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Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
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| AT | 5.0 V8 Automatic | 3 | 155 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 5.0 V8 Automatic | 3 | 203 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 5.7 V8 Automatic | 3 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Chevrolet Camaro Camaro Mk2 overview
The Chevrolet Camaro (Camaro Mk2) is the 2nd generation of the Camaro, built from 1970 to 1981. It is offered as a Coupe with 3 engines (petrol), from 115 HP to 170 HP. The 5.7 V8 (170 Hp) Automatic reaches a top speed of 187 km/h and is 5020 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Chevrolet Camaro have?
The Chevrolet Camaro (Camaro Mk2) has 115 HP to 170 HP, depending on the engine: 5.0 Smallblock (115 HP), 5.0 Smallblock (145 HP), 5.7 Smallblock (170 HP).
What engines are available for the Chevrolet Camaro?
The Chevrolet Camaro is available with 3 engines: 5.0 Smallblock (115 HP, petrol), 5.0 Smallblock (145 HP, petrol), 5.7 Smallblock (170 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Chevrolet Camaro?
The Chevrolet Camaro is 5020 mm long, 1892 mm wide, 1300 mm tall, with a 2743 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Chevrolet Camaro II |
|---|---|
| Year | 1978–1981 |
| Platform | GM F-Body |
| Variant | 5.7 V8 (170 Hp) Automatic |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 170 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 3800 rpm |
| Torque | 366 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2400 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 187 km/h |
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Engine
| Engine code | LM1 |
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| Displacement | 5730 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 101.6 mm |
| Stroke | 88.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 5.7 L |
| Coolant | 16.2 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | Torque Converter |
| Gears | 3 |
| Gearbox code | thm350 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | gm |
Dimensions
| Length | 5020 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1892 mm |
| Height | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2743 mm |
| Front track | 1565 mm |
| Rear track | 1532 mm |
| Boot space | 178 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1695 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1975 kg |
| Max load | 280 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 79.0 L |
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Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Double Wishbone Transverse Stabilizer |
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| Rear suspension | Rigid Axle Suspension Leaf Spring |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Cone Worm With Recirculation Balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 225/70 15 |
| Wheel rims | 7J x 15 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 10 kg/Hp, 100.3 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4.6 kg/Nm, 215.9 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 90 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1978 |
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| End Of Production | 1981 |
| Front Overhang | 1124 |
| Rear Overhang | 1153 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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