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Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette Convertible
Year1985
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating66.3 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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5733 ccm (349.83 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power233.20 PS (172 kW or 230 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque448 Nm (45.7 kgf-m or 330.4 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke101.6 x 88.4 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed237.0 km/h (147.3 mph)
0-60 miles6.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1567 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Leg room front1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Passenger space4420 litres (1,168 gallons)
Cargo space394 litres (104 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1488 kg (3,280.5 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1190 mm (46.9 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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