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1962 Dodge Lancer 170

The Lancer 170 was Dodge's base compact model in its final year, soon to be replaced by the more successful Dart nameplate in 1963.
7122713565
170/225 CID Slant Six
Engine
Detroit, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Dodge Lancer 170

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make/Engine Code 7 Lancer (170/225 CID 6-cyl)
Series Code 1 Lancer 170
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code 2 Detroit, MI
Serial Number 713565 Unit #713565

Basic Information

MakeDodge
ModelLancer 170
Year1962
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine170/225 CID Slant Six
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower101 HP
Compression Ratio8.2:1
Carburetor1 BBL
Assembly PlantDetroit, MI
Plant Code2
Pattern SourceDodge
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Lancer)

Bodystyle lifespan1961 through 1962
Headroom front33.3
Headroom rear33.5
Height53.3
Legroom front42.8
Legroom rear39.8
Length188.8
Nameplate origin1961
Wheelbase106.5
Width72.3

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)