GM 122 Engine - 1.8 L OHV

1.8 L OHV

The 1.8 L pushrod engine was the first engine to power the J Body cars. Introduced with the models in 1982, the 1.8 used a 2-barrel Rochester Carburetor and produced an output of 88 horsepower (66 kW), at higher rpm. Acceleration in these cars was quite sluggish, with a test 1982 Pontiac J2000 accelerating from 0–60 mph in 16.3 seconds, with a quarter mile (~400 m) time of 20.6 seconds.

Uses:

• 1982 Chevrolet Cavalier
• 1982 Pontiac J2000
• 1982 Buick Skyhawk
• 1982 Oldsmobile Firenza
• 1982 Cadillac Cimarron