1962 Dodge Dart/Lancer 170/880
The V8-powered Dart offered significantly more performance than the six-cylinder version while maintaining compact dimensions.
Confidence
95%
5125224267
318/361/383/413 CID V8
Engine
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Dodge Dart/Lancer 170/880
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make/Engine Code | 5 | Dart V8 / Polara 500 (318/361/383/413 CID) |
| Series Code | 1 | Dart/Lancer 170/880 |
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Plant Code | 5 | Los Angeles, CA |
| Serial Number | 224267 | Unit #224267 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelDart/Lancer 170/880
Year1962
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine318/361/383/413 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement318 CID
Horsepower230 HP
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Carburetor2-4 BBL
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant Code5
Pattern SourceDodge
Original Specifications (Matched to: Dart)
Bodystyle lifespan1962 through 1965
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear33.5
Height53.7
Legroom front46.0
Legroom rear39.1
Length202.2
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase116.0
Width76.5
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)