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Oldsmobile Starfire SX Sport Coupe

General information

ModelOldsmobile Starfire SX Sport Coupe
Year1979
Rating64.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4997 ccm (304.92 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4997 ccm (304.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power131.80 PS (97 kW or 130 HP) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Max torque332.00 Nm (33.9 kgf-m or 244.9 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke95.0 x 88.4 mm (3.7 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0989 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5880 litres (1,554 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (492.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1333 kg (2,938.8 pounds)
Overall length4570 mm (179.9 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)
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