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Chevrolet Corvette C3

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette C3
Year1979
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5765 ccm (351.78 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement5765 ccm (351.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max torque366.12 Nm (37.3 kgf-m or 270.1 ft.lbs)
Compression8.9:1
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1555 kg (3,428.2 pounds)
Overall length4710 mm (185.4 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
Aprox price as new USD10260
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