These are standard specifications for the 1977 Chevrolet Nova, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual Column shift , 4 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo Hydra-Matic
Chassis # HP120118811
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Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
Engine Location : | Front |
Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
Production Years for Series : | 1975 - 1979 |
Price : | $3,485-$4,150 |
Engine & Transmission
Inline 6 | |
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Displacement : | 4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L. |
Power : | 110 BHP (80.96 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
Torque : | 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) @ 1600 RPM |
Bore : | 3.9 in | 99 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.5 in | 90 mm. |
Main Bearings : | 7 |
Valvetrain : | 12 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
1 barrel carburetor |
V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
Power : | 145 BHP (106.72 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
Torque : | 245 Ft-Lbs (332 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
Bore : | 3.7 in | 95 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
Compression : | 8.5:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
2-barrel Rochester 2GC |
V 8 90-degree | |
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Displacement : | 5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L. |
Power : | 170 BHP (125.12 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
Torque : | 270 Ft-Lbs (366 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
Compression : | 8.5:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
4-barrel Rochester |
3 Manual Column shift , 4 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo Hydra-Matic
Production Figures
Total Chevrolet Production for 1977 : | 2,543,153 |
Total 1977 Nova production : | 365,264 |
1977 Chevrolet Nova | |
Concours Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 28,602 |
Concours Hatchback 2 dr. 6 P : | 5,481 |
Concours Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 39,272 |
Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 132,833 |
Hatchback 2 dr. 6 P : | 18,048 |
Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 141,028 |
Dimension(s)
Coupe
Chassis # HP120118811
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Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.7 in | 4996 mm. |
Width : | 72.2 in | 1834 mm. |
Height : | 53.6 in | 1361 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 111.0 in | 2819 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 59.0 in | 1499 mm. |
Hatchback
Price : | $3,650 |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.7 in | 4996 mm. |
Width : | 72.2 in | 1834 mm. |
Height : | 53.6 in | 1361 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 111.0 in | 2819 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 59.0 in | 1499 mm. |
Sedan
Price : | $3,530 |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.7 in | 4996 mm. |
Width : | 72.2 in | 1834 mm. |
Height : | 53.6 in | 1361 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 111.0 in | 2819 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 59.0 in | 1499 mm. |
Concours Coupe
Price : | $3,990 |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.7 in | 4996 mm. |
Width : | 72.2 in | 1834 mm. |
Height : | 53.6 in | 1361 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 111.0 in | 2819 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 59.0 in | 1499 mm. |
Concours Hatchback
Price : | $4,150 |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.7 in | 4996 mm. |
Width : | 72.2 in | 1834 mm. |
Height : | 53.6 in | 1361 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 111.0 in | 2819 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 59.0 in | 1499 mm. |
Concours Sedan
Price : | $4,100 |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.7 in | 4996 mm. |
Width : | 72.2 in | 1834 mm. |
Height : | 53.6 in | 1361 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 111.0 in | 2819 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 59.0 in | 1499 mm. |
Handling
Steering | |
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Recirculating Ball |
Tires / Wheels | |
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Tires : | E78 x 14/B |
Recall
Component | WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER |
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Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 77V074000 |
Summary | THE CENTER (SPIDER) SECTION OF WHEELS INSTALLED ON THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED FROM AN INCORRECT GRADE OF STEEL. THE CENTER SECTION MAY FATIGUE AND SEPARATE FROM THE WHEEL RIM. |
Remedy | DEALER WILL INSPECT AND WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE WHEELS WITH WHEELS MADE FROM THE CORRECT GRADE OF STEEL, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER. |
Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: WHEELS; CENTER DISC SPIDER.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF SEPARATION OCCURS DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT. |
Component | EQUIPMENT |
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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 | STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
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Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 76V132000 |
Notes | GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STEERING INTERMEDIATESHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH COUPLING RETAINER LOCKING TABS NOT BENT OVERPROPERLY OR ONE OR MORE OF THE LOWER FLEXIBLE COUPLING RIVETS IMPROPERLYPEENED.IF EITHER OF THESE CONDITIONS EXISTS, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLYCOULD SEPARATE CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, AND VEHICLE CRASH MAY OCCURWITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING, AND REPLACING SHAFT WHERENECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE. |
Component | SUSPENSION:REAR |
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Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 77V163000 |
Summary | THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A FLAW IN THE METAL. AS A RESULT, THE SHAFT MAY BREAK, WHICH WOULD ALLOW THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. |
Remedy | DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL ONE OR BOTH NEW REAR AXLE SHAFTS, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER. |
Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THIS OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT COULDRESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WITHOUT WARNING AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: AS A PRECAUTION, PRIOR TO HAVING VEHICLE INSPECTED, DRIVER SHOULD AVOIDFAST CORNERING, RAPID ACCELERATIONS, OR ANY TYPE OF DRIVING WHICH MAY IMPOSEEXCESSIVE LOADS ON THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS. |
Data updated January 2023
1977 Averages
Avg. Household Income : | $15,000 |
Avg. Home : | $49,300 |
Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.65 |
1977 Chevrolet Nova FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova has a wheelbase size of 111.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova has a length of 196.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova has a width of 72.20 inches.Q: How much did the 1977 Chevrolet Nova cost when new?A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova cost approximately $3,485 to $4,150 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova was offered as a Concours Coupe, Concours Hatchback, Concours Sedan, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan.Q: What tires did the 1977 Chevrolet Nova have? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova had E78 x 14/B tires.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1977? A: Chevrolet produced 2,543,153 automobiles in 1977.Q: How many 1977 Novas were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 365,264 examples of the Nova in 1977.Q: What engines did the 1977 Chevrolet Nova have? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova had the following engine options: Inline 6 (4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L.) with 110 BHP (80.96 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) @ 1600 RPM V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 145 BHP (106.72 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 245 Ft-Lbs (332 NM) @ 2400 RPM V 8 (5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L.) with 170 BHP (125.12 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 270 Ft-Lbs (366 NM) @ 2400 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1977 Chevrolet Nova have? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual Column shift, 4 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic Turbo Hydra-Matic.
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova?
How many 1977 Chevrolet Nova were produced?
How powerful was the 1977 Chevrolet Nova? Was the 1977 Chevrolet Nova popular? Was the 1977 Chevrolet Nova expensive? What was the fuel economy of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova has a wheelbase size of 111.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova has a length of 196.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova has a width of 72.20 inches.Q: How much did the 1977 Chevrolet Nova cost when new?A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova cost approximately $3,485 to $4,150 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1977 Chevrolet Nova? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova was offered as a Concours Coupe, Concours Hatchback, Concours Sedan, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan.Q: What tires did the 1977 Chevrolet Nova have? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova had E78 x 14/B tires.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1977? A: Chevrolet produced 2,543,153 automobiles in 1977.Q: How many 1977 Novas were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 365,264 examples of the Nova in 1977.Q: What engines did the 1977 Chevrolet Nova have? A: The 1977 Chevrolet Nova had the following engine options: Inline 6 (4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L.) with 110 BHP (80.96 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) @ 1600 RPMNASCAR/Stock Car VehiclesSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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