Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1975 Nova.
The 1975 Chevrolet Nova Overview is the sole piece of information provided, indicating this entry serves as a high-level summary rather than a detailed specification. Without data on body style, platform, or engine, no concrete attributes can be described. Consequently, its position in the Nova's reliability history cannot be determined from this overview alone.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 193.7 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Overall height | 52.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3362 lb |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Nova 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | LN Sedan 5.7L V8 | 10.30 sec | 18.00 sec | 145 hp | RWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… 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.
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The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.