Chevette was originally built with a Buick V6, before it was replaced by a V8. The 355 cubic-inch engine produces 447 hp ...
The 1979 Chevette four-door hatchback listed at $3,914 in 1979, or just over $14 grand in 2017 dollars. The cheapest possible Chevy Nova four-door had an MSRP of $4,290, and it was much thirstier.