Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1974 2002.
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Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 176 in |
| Overall width | 62.6 in |
| Overall height | 55.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in |
| Curb weight | 2317 lb |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 2002 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Turbo Coupe 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 8.00 sec | 16.20 sec | 170 hp | RWD |
| 1974 | tii Coupe 2.0L I-4 | 9.50 sec | 17.70 sec | 130 hp | RWD |
| 1972 | tii Coupe 2.0L I-4 | 9.00 sec | 16.80 sec | 130 hp | RWD |
| 1970 | Coupe 2.0L I-4 | 9.60 sec | 17.10 sec | 100 hp | RWD |
| 1970 | Coupe 2.0L I-4 | 10.30 sec | 17.80 sec | 100 hp | RWD |
| 1968 | Coupe 2.0L I-4 | 11.30 sec | 17.90 sec | 100 hp | RWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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