1978 Pontiac Phoenix 151 Auto
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- Photo: Pontiac Phoenix (3587401877) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1978 Pontiac Phoenix LJ Landau by Greg Gjerdingen, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 77 Pontiac Phoenix (7687879348) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 77 Pontiac Phoenix (7687866540) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Pontiac Phoenix rear (8576801156) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1978 Pontiac Phoenix 151 Auto is an 85-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 85 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 123 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm, spinning to a 5,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Phoenix measures 203.4 inches long on a 111.1-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 151 CID OHV inline-4 Iron Duke, 2-barrel carburetor |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 85 hp @ 4,400 rpm |
| Torque | 123 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| Redline | 5,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 101.6 x 76.2 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.25:1 |
| Injection Type | 2-barrel carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic (Turbo-Hydramatic) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded gasoline |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 203.4 in |
| Width | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1978 Pontiac Phoenix 151 Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1978 Pontiac PHOENIX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 24, 2007 · EQUIPMENT
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 ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
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.
NHTSA campaign 07E088000
Jun 13, 1978 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
THE HUB PORTION OF THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK DUE TO HIGH STRESS LEVELS GENERATED DURING ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS. EVENTUALLY, THE BLADE COULD BREAK APART AT THE HUB AND BLADE PIECES COULD BE PROPELLED INTO THE ENGINE. IF THE HOOD IS OPEN WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE FREE TO FLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 78V139000
Sep 27, 1977 · SUSPENSION:REAR
THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A FLAW IN THE METAL. AS A RESULT, THE SHAFT MAY BREAK, WHICH WOULD ALLOW THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL ONE OR BOTH NEW REAR AXLE SHAFTS, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 77V163000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1978 PONTIAC PHOENIX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.