Holden Monaro HJ 4.1 GTS 4.2 V8 (253) Sedan
138 kW188 PS185 hp355 Nm1974–1976
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- Power
- 138 kW 188 PS · 185 hp
- Torque
- 355 Nm 262 lb-ft
- Length
- 4,839 mm
- Displacement
- 4,146 cm³
Built 1974–1976, the Holden Monaro HJ 4.1 GTS 4.2 V8 (253) sedan develops 138 kW (188 PS) and 355 Nm of torque from a 4.1-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine. The Monaro HJ 4.1 GTS 4.2 V8 (253) pairs rear-wheel drive with a four-speed manual gearbox.
Of the 2 versions in the Monaro HJ line-up, the Monaro HJ 4.1 GTS 4.2 V8 (253) is the entry version - the 5.0 GTS V8 (308) (179 kW) delivers 30% more.
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,146 cm³ 4.1 l · 253 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 138 kW 188 PS · 185 hp |
| Torque | 355 Nm 262 lb-ft |
Transmission
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 4,839 mm 190.5 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,875 mm 73.8 in |
| Height | 1,367 mm 53.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,819 mm 111.0 in |
Production
| Body type | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Years | 1974–1976 |
| Generation | Monaro HJ (1974–1976) |
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