These are standard specifications for the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual , 4 Manual MM4
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1978 - 1983 |
| Price : | $4,400-$5,000 |
| Weight : | 2995 lbs | 1358.509 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3277 cc | 200.0 cu in. | 3.3 L. |
| Power : | 94 BHP (69.184 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 154 Ft-Lbs (209 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.2:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| V 8 90-degree | 2 Barrel Rochester M2MC | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4375 cc | 267.0 cu in. | 4.4 L. |
| Power : | 125 BHP (92 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Torque : | 215 Ft-Lbs (292 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.2:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| V 8 90-degree | 4 Barrel Rochester M4MC | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 160 BHP (117.76 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 235 Ft-Lbs (319 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 95 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.4:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
3 Manual , 4 Manual MM4
Production Figures
| Total Chevrolet Production for 1979 : | 2,284,749 |
| Total 1979 Malibu production : | 377,788 |
| 1979 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Classic Landau 2 dr. : | 25,213 |
| Classic Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 104,222 |
| Classic Sport Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 60,751 |
| Classic Station wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 70,095 |
| Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 59,674 |
| Sport Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 41,848 |
| Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 50,344 |
Handling
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 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 85V048000 |
| Summary | EXCESSIVE ENLARGEMENT OF THE WHEEL CYLINDER PILOT HOLE IN THE REAR BRAKE BACKING PLATE COULD ALLOW THE WHEEL CYLINDER TO ROTATE AND CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID LEADS TO LOSS OF REAR BRAKE ACTION, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT. FRONT BRAKES WOULD REMAIN OPERATIONAL. |
| Remedy | ADD A PART TO PREVENT WHEEL CYLINDER FROM ROTATING. |
| Notes | NOTE: OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 1985 AND SHOULD BE COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 1985.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MIDSIZE PASSENGER CARS AND SMALL TRUCKS. SYSTEM: REAR BRAKES. |
| Component | SUSPENSION:REAR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19770801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 81V025000 |
| Summary | THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE. |
| Remedy | BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19770801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 84V149000 |
| Summary | REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE AXLES THAT WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FROM THE VEHICLE. |
| Remedy | THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE BUFFALO PLANT. IF SO, THEY WILL MAKE AXLE MEASUREMENTS AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE OR MODIFY AFFECTED AXLE COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY COULD LEAD TO LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT. |
| Component | VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19790101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 81V022000 |
| Summary | THE ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOW DEFOGGERS CONTAIN A DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THE GLASS TO SHATTER WITHOUT IMPACT DURING OR SOME TIME AFTER USE OF THE DEFOGGER. VERTICAL ELECTRICAL STRIPS MAY DETERIORATE AND CAUSE HOT SPOTS THAT CAN RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE REAR GLASS. |
| Remedy | VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR PRESENCE OF A PARTICULAR WEATHERSTRIP. IF PRESENT, A LAYER OF A SPECIAL CONDUCTIVE EPOXY WILL BE ADDED TO THE VERTICAL BAR ON THE REAR WINDOW GLASS. THIS EPOXY IS A NEW CONDUCTIVE MATERIAL WHICH WILL NOT REACT WITH THE WEATHERSTRIP. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOWDEFOGGERS.SYSTEM: DEFOGGER; REAR WINDOW.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: DRIVER DISTRACTION FROM THE EXPLOSION COULD RESULT IN AVEHICLE ACCIDENT. BROKEN OR HOT GLASS COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY TO VEHICLEPASSENGERS, OTHER DRIVERS, AND NEARBY PEDESTRIANS.NOTE: OWNERS ARE ADVISED NOT TO USE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER UNTIL VEHICLE ISINSPECTED. |
| Component | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19790401 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 79V196000 |
| Summary | THE INVOVLED VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, 'OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACTS'. INCORRECT HEAD RESTRAINTS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. |
| Remedy | DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL NEW HEAD RESTRAINTS AT NO COST TO OWNER. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH BENCH SEATS.SYSTEM: INTERIOR; HEAD RESTRAINTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH A REAR SEATPASSENGER'S HEAD IMPACTS WITH THE FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT, THE POSSIBILITY OFHEAD INJURY TO THE REAR SEAT PASSENGER MAY BE INCREASED. |
Data updated January 2023
1979 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $17,500 |
| Avg. Home : | $58,100 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.86 |
1979 Chevrolet Malibu FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu has a wheelbase size of 108.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu has lengths of 192.70 and 193.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu has width of 71.20 and 71.50 inches.Q: How much did the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu cost when new?A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu cost approximately $4,400 to $5,000 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu was offered as a Classic Landau, Classic Sedan, Classic Sport Coupe, Classic Station wagon, Sedan, Sport Coupe, Station Wagon.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1979? A: Chevrolet produced 2,284,749 automobiles in 1979.Q: How many 1979 Malibus were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 377,788 examples of the Malibu in 1979.Q: What engines did the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu have? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu had the following engine options: V 6 (3277 cc | 200.0 cu in. | 3.3 L.) with 94 BHP (69.184 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 154 Ft-Lbs (209 NM) @ 2000 RPM V 8 (4375 cc | 267.0 cu in. | 4.4 L.) with 125 BHP (92 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 215 Ft-Lbs (292 NM) @ 2400 RPM V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 160 BHP (117.76 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 235 Ft-Lbs (319 NM) @ 2400 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu have? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual, 4 speed Manual MM4.
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu?
How many 1979 Chevrolet Malibu were produced?
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu has a wheelbase size of 108.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu has lengths of 192.70 and 193.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu has width of 71.20 and 71.50 inches.Q: How much did the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu cost when new?A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu cost approximately $4,400 to $5,000 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu was offered as a Classic Landau, Classic Sedan, Classic Sport Coupe, Classic Station wagon, Sedan, Sport Coupe, Station Wagon.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1979? A: Chevrolet produced 2,284,749 automobiles in 1979.Q: How many 1979 Malibus were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 377,788 examples of the Malibu in 1979.Q: What engines did the 1979 Chevrolet Malibu have? A: The 1979 Chevrolet Malibu had the following engine options: V 6 (3277 cc | 200.0 cu in. | 3.3 L.) with 94 BHP (69.184 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 154 Ft-Lbs (209 NM) @ 2000 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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