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1990 Chevrolet Sprint

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1990 Sprint.

Transmission Automatic 3-spd

The 1990 Chevrolet Sprint takes 3.5 qt of 5W-30 engine oil and is EPA-rated at 32/35/33 mpg city/highway/combined.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy32/35/33 mpgEPA · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length146.1 in
Overall width62.2 in
Overall height52.4 in
Wheelbase89.4 in
Curb weight1620 lb
Track (front / rear)53.1 / 52.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined32 / 35 / 33 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Sprint of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

9.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 9.50 sec — 1987 Turbo 3-door Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1987Turbo 3-door Hatchback 1.0L Turbo I-39.50 sec17.20 sec70 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.5 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 qt
Power Steering FluidUSE GM PART NO. 1052884 OR EQUIVALENT

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

Every 5,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill)
At 7,500 miTire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 7,500 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Parking Brake System (adjust) · Steering System (inspect)
Every 15,000 miEngine Coolant System (leak inspection) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plug Wires (replace) · Vehicle Wiring Harnesses (inspect)
Every 100,000 miFuel Filter (replace)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1990 Sprint take?

3.5 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

What gas mileage does the Sprint get?

EPA figures are 32 city / 35 highway / 33 combined mpg.