These are standard specifications for the 1978 Dodge Sportsman, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
Engine & Transmission
Production Figures
| Total Dodge Production for 1978 : | 467,720 |
| 1978 Dodge Sportsman | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CHRYSLER CORPORATION |
| Mfr Report Date | 19780101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 79V105000 |
| Summary | THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE ROUTING MAY ALLOW INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE HOSES AND THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLIES DURING EXTREME TURNING ANGLES. |
| Remedy | DEALER WILL REPLACE BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSES AND INSTALL A NEW BRAKE HOSE SUPPORT BRACKET TO ELIMINATE CONTACT WITH TIRE/WHEEL. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; HOSE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: ABRASION RESULTING FROM SUCH INTERFERENCE MAY RESULT INHOSE FAILURE AND LOSS OF FRONT BRAKE SYSTEM CAPABILITY.NOTE: REAR BRAKES WOULD NOT BE AFFECTED. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BRAKE WARNINGLIGHT SHOULD ALERT DRIVER TO PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKES. DRIVING SHOLD BEDISCONTINUED IF LIGHT COMES ON. |
Data updated January 2023
1978 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $17,000 |
| Avg. Home : | $54,800 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.63 |
1978 Dodge Sportsman FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1978 Dodge Sportsman?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1978 Dodge Sportsman? A: The 1978 Dodge Sportsman has a wheelbase size of 127.00 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1978 Dodge Sportsman? A: The 1978 Dodge Sportsman was a Van.Q: How many vehicles did Dodge produce in 1978? A: Dodge produced 467,720 automobiles in 1978.