These are standard specifications for the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual Fully-synchronized , 4 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo Hydra-Matic , Automatic Powerglide
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1973 - 1977 |
| Price : | $2,750-$3,790 |
| Weight : | 3470 lbs | 1573.966 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5031 cc | 307.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 115 HP (84.64 KW) @ 3600 RPM |
| Torque : | 205 Ft-Lbs (278 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.9 in | 98 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.50:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L. |
| Power : | 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 4200 RPM |
| Torque : | 230 Ft-Lbs (312 NM) @ 1600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.9 in | 98 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 90 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 7 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Rochester 1-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L. |
| Power : | 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 2400 RPM |
| Torque : | 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2200 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.50:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L. |
| Power : | 150 HP (110.4 KW) @ 3200 RPM |
| Torque : | 295 Ft-Lbs (400 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 105 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.50:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L. |
| Power : | 175.00 SAE @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 270 Ft-Lbs (366 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.50:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 7440 cc | 454.0 cu in. | 7.4 L. |
| Power : | 215.00 SAE @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 345 Ft-Lbs (468 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.3 in | 108 mm. |
| Stroke : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.50:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Exhaust manifold : | Single exhaust |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 7440 cc | 454.0 cu in. | 7.4 L. |
| Power : | 245 HP (180.32 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 375 Ft-Lbs (508 NM) @ 2800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.3 in | 108 mm. |
| Stroke : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.50:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
3 Manual Fully-synchronized , 4 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo Hydra-Matic , Automatic Powerglide
Production Figures
| Total Chevrolet Production for 1973 : | 2,579,509 |
| Total 1973 Chevelle production : | 386,739 |
| 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19720801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 72V275000 |
| Notes | GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO (CHEVROLET 73-C-03, PONTIAC 73-C-1, BUICK 73-C-1,OLDSMOBILE 73-C-2, AND GMC 73-C-1).POSSIBILITY THAT STEERING LINKAGE MAYOVER-TRAVEL AND CAUSE SEVERE FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN.CONDITION CAN OCCUR WHENSTEERING WHEEL IS TURNED TO EXTREME LEFT POSITION WHILE VEHICLE IS IN REVERSEAND RIGHT FRONT TIRE STRIKES OBJECT SUCH AS CURB OR PARKING BLOCK.OPERATIONOF VEHICLE IN THIS CONDITION CAN DAMAGE RIGHT HAND INNER TIE ROD END ASSEMBLYWHICH EVENTUALLY COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL OF RIGHT FRONT WHEEL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING IDLER ARM STOP BRACKET WHERE NECESSARY.) |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19720801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 73V152000 |
| Notes | CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO.73-C-15, PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 73-C-6, BUICK CAMPAIGN NO73-C-2, GMC CAMPAIGN NO 73-C-20.POSSIBILITY THAT THE GASKET BETWEEN THEMASTER CYLINDER AND THEFORWARD SIDE OF THE DASH, AND THE BOOT WHICH COVERS THEREAR OPENING OF THE MASTER CYLINDER IN THE DRIVER'S COMPARTMENT WEREOMITTED INASSEMBLY.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS IT COULD CAUSE CORROSION OF THE CYLINDERBORE AND DAMAGE PISTON SEAL RESULTINGIN LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND IMPAIREDBRAKING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING GASKET AND BOOT.) |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19720801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 72V303000 |
| Notes | GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 73-C-05.POSSIBILITY THAT SEAT BELT WARNING SYSTEMMAY BE RENDERED INOPERATIVE DUE TO MISMATING OF RELAY JUMPER WIRE ASSEMBLY ATPARKING BRAKE ALARM SWITCH.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING JUMPER WIREWITH TERMINAL AND CONNECTORS THAT MATE PROPERLY.) |
Data updated January 2023
1973 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $12,900 |
| Avg. Home : | $32,500 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.40 |
1973 Chevrolet Chevelle FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle has a wheelbase size of 116.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle has a length of 207.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle has a width of 77.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle cost when new?A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle cost approximately $2,750 to $3,790 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle was offered as a Deluxe 2-Door Colonial Sedan, Deluxe 6-Passenger Station Wagon, Deluxe Colonial Sedan, Deluxe Station Wagon, Laguna 2-Door Colonial Sedan, Laguna 6-Passenger Station Wagon, Laguna Colonial Sedan, Laguna Estate Station Wagon, Laguna Estate6-Passenger Station Wagon, Laguna Station Wagon, Malibu 2-Door Colonial Sedan, Malibu 6-Passenger Station Wagon, Malibu Estate 6-Passenger Station Wagon, Malibu Estate Station Wagon, Malibu Station Wagon, Malibue Colonial Sedan.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1973? A: Chevrolet produced 2,579,509 automobiles in 1973.Q: How many 1973 Chevelles were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 386,739 examples of the Chevelle in 1973.Q: What engines did the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle have? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle had the following engine options: V 8 (5031 cc | 307.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 115 HP (84.64 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 205 Ft-Lbs (278 NM) @ 2000 RPM V 8 (4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L.) with 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 4200 RPM and 230 Ft-Lbs (312 NM) @ 1600 RPM V 8 (5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L.) with 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 2400 RPM and 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2200 RPM V 8 (6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L.) with 150 HP (110.4 KW) @ 3200 RPM and 295 Ft-Lbs (400 NM) @ 2000 RPM V 8 (5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L.) with 175.00 SAE @ 4000 RPM and 270 Ft-Lbs (366 NM) @ 2400 RPM V 8 (7440 cc | 454.0 cu in. | 7.4 L.) with 215.00 SAE @ 4000 RPM and 345 Ft-Lbs (468 NM) @ 2400 RPM V 8 (7440 cc | 454.0 cu in. | 7.4 L.) with 245 HP (180.32 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 375 Ft-Lbs (508 NM) @ 2800 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle have? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual Fully-synchronized, 4 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic Turbo Hydra-Matic, Automatic Powerglide.
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle?
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle has a wheelbase size of 116.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle has a length of 207.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle has a width of 77.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle cost when new?A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle cost approximately $2,750 to $3,790 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle was offered as a Deluxe 2-Door Colonial Sedan, Deluxe 6-Passenger Station Wagon, Deluxe Colonial Sedan, Deluxe Station Wagon, Laguna 2-Door Colonial Sedan, Laguna 6-Passenger Station Wagon, Laguna Colonial Sedan, Laguna Estate Station Wagon, Laguna Estate6-Passenger Station Wagon, Laguna Station Wagon, Malibu 2-Door Colonial Sedan, Malibu 6-Passenger Station Wagon, Malibu Estate 6-Passenger Station Wagon, Malibu Estate Station Wagon, Malibu Station Wagon, Malibue Colonial Sedan.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1973? A: Chevrolet produced 2,579,509 automobiles in 1973.Q: How many 1973 Chevelles were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 386,739 examples of the Chevelle in 1973.Q: What engines did the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle have? A: The 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle had the following engine options: V 8 (5031 cc | 307.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 115 HP (84.64 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 205 Ft-Lbs (278 NM) @ 2000 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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