Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1978 Chevette.
The 1978 Chevrolet Chevette Overview serves as a concise reference for scholars examining this model year. It distills the vehicle’s essential characteristics into a single, accessible document, highlighting its role within the broader Chevrolet lineup. By presenting the core information without embellishment, the overview anchors the 1978 Chevette in its historical context for objective analysis.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 157.1 in |
| Overall width | 60.6 in |
| Overall height | 51.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 92.9 in |
| Curb weight | 2033 lb |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Chevette 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | 3-door Hatchback 1.6L I-4 | 15.00 sec | 19.80 sec | 52 hp | RWD |
| 1981 | Diesel 5-door Hatchback 1.8L Diesel I-4 | 21.13 sec | 21.48 sec | 51 hp | RWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.
Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.