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Vauxhall Cresta 1964

General information

ModelVauxhall Cresta
Year1964
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3294 ccm (201.00 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3294 ccm (201.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power141.90 PS (104 kW or 140 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque251.00 Nm (25.6 kgf-m or 185.1 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 82.6 mm (3.6 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed177.0 km/h (110.0 mph)
0-50 miles9.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1176 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4140 litres (1,094 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1207 kg (2,661.0 pounds)
Overall length4760 mm (187.4 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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