Is a 3100 engine good?

Diamond Member. It’s a great engine. Only problem is the already mentioned intake gaskets, which really aren’t bad at all to replace – just time consuming. The 2.8/3.1/3100/3400 is my favorite line of GM mid-sized/small car engines.

How much horsepower does a 3.4 V6 have?

Performance. This 3.4L V6 engine has a power rating of 200- 210hp (150kW-160kW) at 5,200 rpm. The torque of the engine is 292 Nm at 4,000 rpm.

What does liters have to do with engines?

Engines are measured by displacement, usually expressed in liters (L) or cubic centimeters (cc). Displacement is the total volume of all the cylinders in an engine. One liter equals about 61 cubic inches, so a 350 cubic inch engine is about 5.7 liters.

Is a 3.1 A good motor?

Except for the notorious leaky intake manifold gasket problem that has plagued many of these engines, the 3.1L V6 has had a reputation for being a long-lived reliable engine. Consequently, there are still a lot of these engines on the road and people are still spending money keeping them running.

Is the 3400 engine the same as the 3100?

The 3100 is also a gen 3 motor and depending on year, is nearly identical to the 3400, save for the bore. GM rates the 3400 V6 at around 185 crank horsepower depending on application. All the motors are the same between applications (2005 Equinox being the exception, you can’t use that motor, more on that later).

Is the GM 3.1L V6 a reliable engine?

How much horsepower does a GM 3400 V6 have?

GM rates the 3400 V6 at around 185 crank horsepower depending on application. All the motors are the same between applications (2005 Equinox being the exception, you can’t use that motor, more on that later).

Can you swap a V6 for a 3400?

Your stock V6 transmission will bolt up to the 3400 with no modifications. Just use the clutch (performance clutch recommended) and flywheel from the old motor. If you have an automatic, you will need to use a Quad 4 throttle box in order for the kickdown cable to function A complete computer & wiring swap is not necessary.

What kind of motor does a Chevy Cavalier have?

Some are pure physics and others are applicable to specific motors. IPP (myself included), has worked for years in the development of sport compact motors, with a strong focus on the 2.2 Chevy Cavalier both with street drivers, street/strip and all out racing. So let’s start by addressing N/A (Nat Aspirated) motors first.

Who is the manufacturer of the Chevy Cavalier?

We are excited to announce our partnership with DTS2 has expanded, and that DTS is now running Chevy Cavalier World! DTS2 was founded in 2003 and is a manufacturer of premium Chevy Cavalier, Sunfire, S10 and Ecotec automotive performance parts.

The 3100 is also a gen 3 motor and depending on year, is nearly identical to the 3400, save for the bore. GM rates the 3400 V6 at around 185 crank horsepower depending on application. All the motors are the same between applications (2005 Equinox being the exception, you can’t use that motor, more on that later).

Except for the notorious leaky intake manifold gasket problem that has plagued many of these engines, the 3.1L V6 has had a reputation for being a long-lived reliable engine. Consequently, there are still a lot of these engines on the road and people are still spending money keeping them running.