1974 Chevrolet Nova Hatchback
The 1974 Nova Hatchback was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2798. 87,399 produced.
1X17D4L134486
250 cu.in. I6 100 HP (D)
Engine
Hatchback
Body
Van Nuys, CA
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1974 Chevrolet Nova
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | X17 | Nova |
| Engine Code | D | 250 cu.in. I6 100 HP (D) |
| Year Code | 4 | 1974 |
| Plant Code | L | Van Nuys, CA |
| Serial Number | 134486 | Unit #134486 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1974
Body StyleHatchback
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine250 cu.in. I6 100 HP (D)
Cylinders6
Displacement250 cu.in. CID
Horsepower100 HP
ConfigurationI6
Carburetor1-barrel
Assembly PlantVan Nuys, CA
Plant CodeL
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production87399
Weight3260
Height52.5
Width72.4
Front Tread59.8
Length196.7
Wheelbase111
Rear Tread59.6
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio2.95
Gears3
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionHotchkiss
Tire SizeE78 x 14B
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity18
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
Cooling12 Quarts, Centrifugal water pump
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
Equipment
EquipmentPower brakes, Power steering, Air conditioning, Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Bright Aqua Metallic, Bright Blue Metallic, Bright Green Metallic, Bright Orange, Bright Yellow, Bronze Metallic, Cosworth Silver Metallic, Cream Beige, Dark Taupe Metallic, Golden Brown Metallic, Light Blue Metallic, Light Gold Metallic, Lime Yellow, Medium Blue, Medium Green, Medium Green Metallic, Medium Red, Medium Red Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, Sandstone, Silver Metallic, Tuxedo Black
Pricing
MSRP$2798.00
Body
Doors2
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.