1979 Buick Skyhawk 5MT
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- Photo: Buick Skyhawk by Joost J. Bakker from IJmuiden, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Buick Sky Hawk by Bull-Doser at English Wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Buick Skyhawk (1159245719) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1977 Buick Skyhawk coupe (7144437115) by sv1ambo, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1977 Buick Skyhawk coupe (7144438959) by sv1ambo, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1979 Buick Skyhawk 5MT is a 110-hp 3.8-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive.
It makes 110 horsepower at 4,000 rpm.
The Skyhawk measures 179.3 inches long on a 97.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,800 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.8L V6 OHV |
| Displacement | 3.8 L |
| Horsepower | 110 hp @ 4,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 96.5 x 86.4 mm |
| Injection Type | 2-barrel carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Short/long control arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Live axle, torque arm, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 179.3 in |
| Width | 65.4 in |
| Height | 50.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 97 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,800 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1979 Buick Skyhawk 5MT 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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1979 Buick SKYHAWK. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 13, 1979 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE CARBURETOR FUEL FEED HOSE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY POSITIONED DURING ASSEMBLY. AS A RESULT THE HOSE COULD COME IN CONTACT WITH OR BE TOO CLOSE TO THE ENGINE EMISSION EXHAUST SYSTEM GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE HOSE TO RUPTURE.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE FUEL FEED HOSE AND REPOSITION IT, IF NECESSARY. ALSO, ANY DAMAGED HOSE WILL BE REPLACED.
NHTSA campaign 79V151000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1979 BUICK SKYHAWK. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.