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Chevrolet Corvette C4

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette C4
Year1988
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5740 ccm (350.25 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
Transmission4-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement5740 ccm (350.25 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power385.00 PS (283 kW or 380 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque502.00 Nm (51.2 kgf-m or 370.3 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke99.0 x 93.0 mm (3.9 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Gearbox4-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed241.0 km/h (149.8 mph)
0-60 miles5.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2424 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4420 litres (1,168 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1588 kg (3,500.9 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1190 mm (46.9 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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