1986 Chevrolet Camaro Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Unibody with partial frame
Production Years for Series :	1982 - 1992
Price :	$9,000-$12,560
Weight :	2900 lbs \| 1315.418 kg

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4
Displacement :	2474 cc \| 151.0 cu in. \| 2.5 L.
Power :	88 HP (64.768 KW) @ 4400 RPM
Torque :	130 Ft-Lbs (176 NM) @ 2800 RPM
Bore :	4.0 in \| 102 mm.
Stroke :	3.0 in \| 76 mm.
Compression :	9.0:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Throttle-body fuel injection

V 6 60-degree
Displacement :	2835 cc \| 173.0 cu in. \| 2.8 L.
Power :	135 HP (99.36 KW) @ 5100 RPM
Torque :	160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3900 RPM
Bore :	3.5 in \| 89 mm.
Stroke :	3.0 in \| 76 mm.
Compression :	8.5:1
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Multi-port Electronic Fuel Injection

V 8
Displacement :	4998 cc \| 305.0 cu in. \| 5.0 L.
Power :	165.00 SAE @ 4400 RPM
Torque :	250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2000 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	9.5:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head

V 8
Displacement :	4998 cc \| 305.0 cu in. \| 5.0 L.
Power :	190.00 SAE @ 4000 RPM
Torque :	285 Ft-Lbs (386 NM) @ 3200 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	9.5:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Rochester E4Me 4-barrel carburetor

V 8
Displacement :	4998 cc \| 305.0 cu in. \| 5.0 L.
Power :	190.00 SAE @ 4800 RPM
Torque :	240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 3200 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	9.5:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Rochester E4Me 4-barrel carburetor

Transmission:
5 Manual , 4 Automatic

Production Figures

Total Chevrolet Production for 1986 :	1,368,837
Total 1986 Camaro production :	192,128
1986 Chevrolet Camaro
Berlinetta Sport Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	99,608
IROC-Z Sport Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	88,132
Sport Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	99,608
Z28 Sport Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	88,132

Dimension(s)

Sport Coupe

Chassis # 10

Exterior
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.0 in \| 1270 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

Berlinetta Sport Coupe

Exterior
Price :	$11,900
Weight :	2980 lbs \| 1351.705 kg
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.0 in \| 1270 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

Z28 Sport Coupe

Chassis # 1G1FP87H4GN182730
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Auction entries : 1

Exterior
Price :	$11,900
Weight :	3120 lbs \| 1415.208 kg
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	192.0 in \| 4877 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.3 in \| 1278 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

IROC-Z Sport Coupe

Chassis # 1G1FP87H2GL141590
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Auction entries : 1

Chassis # 861

Chassis # 1G1FP87F2GN103098
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Chassis # 1G1FP87FXGN102409
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Auction entries : 1

Exterior
Price :	$12,560
Weight :	3200 lbs \| 1451.496 kg
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	192.0 in \| 4877 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.3 in \| 1278 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

Protofab Z28 Coupe

Chassis # Protofab Z28 - 3
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Exterior
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.0 in \| 1270 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

Handling

Suspension
Front : MacPherson struts with coil springs, lower control arms and stabilizer Rear : Rigid axle and torque tube with longitudinal control arms, Panhard rod, coil springs and stabilizer

Steering
Recirculating Ball

Tires / Wheels
Tires :	P205/70R14 steel-belted radial

Recall

Component	EQUIPMENT
Manufacturer	HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	07E088000
Summary	CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence	THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy	HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes	CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer	PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	06E026000
Summary	CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence	WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy	PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Notes	THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO PRO-A MOTORS AFTERMARKET LAMPS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE LAMP MODEL NUMBERS, CLICK ON DOCUMENT SEARCH AND VIEW DOCUMENT TITLED 'LAMP MODEL NUMBERS.'CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Manufacturer	HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	06E043000
Summary	CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' AND THEN 'BUS APPLICATIONS'). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence	THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy	HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes	THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19810301
NHTSA Campaign ID	91V055000
Summary	PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTER FAILS TO OPERATE AND DO NOT WORK AFTER BRAKE PAD WEAR.
Consequence	PARKING BRAKES WILL NOT COMPLETELY HOLD A PARKED VEHICLEWHEN PARKED ON A SLOPE, CAUSING UNINTENDED VEHICLE ROLLAWAY WHICH COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy	REPLACE NONFUNCTIONING PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTERS.
Notes	SYSTEM: PARKING BRAKE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS; FIREBIRDS AND CAMAROS WITH MANUALTRANSMISSIONS AND REAR DISK BRAKES AND FIEROS WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS.

Component	SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19830901
NHTSA Campaign ID	90V105000
Summary	PLASTIC COMPONENTS OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES DO NOT CONTAIN AN ULTRA VIOLET STABILIZER, AND EXPOSURE TO DIRECT SUNLIGHT AND ELEVATED INTERIOR TEMPERATURES COULD WEAKEN THE PLASTIC COMPONENTS.
Consequence	THIS COULD RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF PLASTIC COMPONENTS WHICHCOULD PREVENT BUCKLE FROM LATCHING AND PROTECTING OCCUPANT IN A SUDDEN STOP ORACCIDENT.
Remedy	REPLACE OR REPAIR SEAT BELT BUCKLE.
Notes	SYSTEM: SEAT BELT BUCKLE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19850901
NHTSA Campaign ID	86V056000
Summary	THE PUSH-PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. NOTE: ALSO, SEE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 86V131000.
Remedy	REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
Notes	SYSTEM: HEADLIGHT SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, TRUCKS AND VANS.

Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19860301
NHTSA Campaign ID	86V131000
Summary	THE PUSH PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy	REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
Notes	SYSTEM: HEADLIGHT SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND TRUCKS/ VANS.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023

1986 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$9,255
Avg. Household Income :	$22,400
Avg. Home :	$89,430
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$0.89

1986 Chevrolet Camaro FAQs (show)

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro? A: The 1986 Chevrolet Camaro has a wheelbase size of 101.00 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro? A: The 1986 Chevrolet Camaro has lengths of 188.00 and 192.00 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro? A: The 1986 Chevrolet Camaro has a width of 72.80 inches.

Q: How much did the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro cost when new?A: The 1986 Chevrolet Camaro cost approximately $9,000 to $12,560 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro? A: The 1986 Chevrolet Camaro was offered as a Berlinetta Sport Coupe, IROC-Z Sport Coupe, Protofab Z28 Coupe, Sport Coupe, Z28 Sport Coupe.

Q: What tires did the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro have? A: The 1986 Chevrolet Camaro had P205/70R14 steel-belted radial tires.

Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1986? A: Chevrolet produced 1,368,837 automobiles in 1986.

Q: How many 1986 Camaros were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 192,128 examples of the Camaro in 1986.

Q: What engines did the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro have? A: The 1986 Chevrolet Camaro had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2474 cc | 151.0 cu in. | 2.5 L.) with 88 HP (64.768 KW) @ 4400 RPM and 130 Ft-Lbs (176 NM) @ 2800 RPM

V 6 (2835 cc | 173.0 cu in. | 2.8 L.) with 135 HP (99.36 KW) @ 5100 RPM and 160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3900 RPM

V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 165.00 SAE @ 4400 RPM and 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2000 RPM

V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 190.00 SAE @ 4000 RPM and 285 Ft-Lbs (386 NM) @ 3200 RPM

V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 190.00 SAE @ 4800 RPM and 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 3200 RPM

Q: What transmissions did the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro have? A: The 1986 Chevrolet Camaro had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 4 speed Automatic.

Chevrolet Monthly Sales Volume

March 2023

398,141

Additional Sales Volume Data

1986 Chevrolet Camaro Specifications

Features

Engine & Transmission

Production Figures

Dimension(s)

Sport Coupe

Berlinetta Sport Coupe

Z28 Sport Coupe

IROC-Z Sport Coupe

Protofab Z28 Coupe

Handling

Recall

EQUIPMENT

HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

PRO-A MOTORS, INC.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.

PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL

GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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