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Chevrolet Corvette

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette
Year1982
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5733 ccm (349.83 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5733 ccm (349.83 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power202.80 PS (149 kW or 200 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque385.00 Nm (39.3 kgf-m or 284.0 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke101.7 x 88.4 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1395 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (464.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 300 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 300 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1454 kg (3,205.5 pounds)
Overall length4710 mm (185.4 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity91.0 litres (24.04 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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