1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Aerocoupe
The 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Aerocoupe is a 180-hp 5.0-liter V8 coupe with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $14,605 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 180 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 225 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm, spinning to a 5,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Monte Carlo measures 202.0 inches long on a 108.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,380 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,605 ($43,309 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.0L (305 cid) L69 H.O. OHV V8 |
| Displacement | 5 L |
| Horsepower | 180 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 225 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Redline | 5,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 95.0 x 88.4 mm (3.740 x 3.480 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | 795 cfm 4-barrel Quadrajet carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Differential Type | Open (limited-slip optional) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic (TH200-4R) |
| 1st Gear | 2.74 (42 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.57 (73 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1 (114 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.67 (170 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.07 |
| Final Drive | 3.73 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15" |
| Wheels Rear | 15" |
| Tires Front | P215/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P215/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 202 in |
| Width | 71 in |
| Height | 54 in |
| Wheelbase | 108 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,380 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline