1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Separate body and frame
Production Years for Series :	1981 - 1988
Price :	$8,500-$10,250
Weight :	3100 lbs \| 1406.136 kg

Engine & Transmission

V 8
Displacement :	4998 cc \| 305.0 cu in. \| 5.0 L.
Power :	150 HP (110.4 KW) @ 4000 RPM
Torque :	240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 2400 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	8.6:1
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 :	175 BHP (128.8 KW) @ 4800 RPM
Torque :	235 Ft-Lbs (319 NM) @ 3200 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	8.6:1
Main Bearings :	5
Valvetrain :	16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder)
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Rochester E4Me 4-barrel carburetor

Transmission:
3 Automatic Turbo-Hydra-Matic

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	2.52:1
2nd Gear :	1.52:1
3rd Gear :	1.00:1

Production Figures

Total Chevrolet Production for 1983 :	1,175,200
Total 1983 Monte Carlo production :	96,319
1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Sport Coupe 2 dr. 6 P :	50,973
Sport Coupe 2 dr. 6 P :	40,632
SS Sport Coupe 2 dr. 6 P :	4,714

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:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19820801
NHTSA Campaign ID	83V106000
Summary	THE MASTER CYLINDER REAR BRAKE PIPE, WHICH CARRIES BRAKE FLUID TO THE REAR BRAKES, MAY DEVELOP A LEAK DUE TO EXTENDED CHAFING ON THE AIR CLEANER RESONATOR BRACKET.
Remedy	IF UPON INSPECTION THE DEALER FINDS THAT THERE IS INADEQUATE CLEARANCE, THE PIPE WILL BE REFORMED TO OBTAIN THE NECESSARY THREE QUARTER INCH SPACE. ONLY THOSE PIPES SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAR WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 5.7LITER DIESEL ENGINES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; MASTER CYLINDER, REAR BRAKE PIPE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKINGACTION AT THE REAR WHEELS. LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULDRESULT, PARTICULARLY IN SITUATIONS WHERE MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

1983 Averages

Avg. Household Income :	$21,070
Avg. Home :	$82,600

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo? A: The 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has a wheelbase size of 108.10 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo? A: The 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has a length of 200.40 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo? A: The 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has a width of 71.80 inches.

Q: How much did the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cost when new?A: The 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cost approximately $8,500 to $10,250 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo? A: The 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo was offered as a Sport Coupe, SS Sport Coupe.

Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1983? A: Chevrolet produced 1,175,200 automobiles in 1983.

Q: How many 1983 Monte Carlos were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 96,319 examples of the Monte Carlo in 1983.

Q: What engines did the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have? A: The 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo had the following engine options: V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 150 HP (110.4 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 2400 RPM

V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 175 BHP (128.8 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 235 Ft-Lbs (319 NM) @ 3200 RPM

Q: What transmission did the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have? A: The 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo had a 3 speed Automatic Turbo-Hydra-Matic gearbox.