Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (C4) 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic | Technical specs, data, fuel consumption, Dimensions

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Key specs

Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (C4) 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic /Roadster 1986 - 1989/

What is the body type of Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (C4)?

Roadster, 2 Doors, 2 Seats

What is the fuel consumption and economy of Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (C4) 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic?

12.4 l/100 km
19 US mpg
22.8 UK mpg
8.1 km/l

What is the power output of Chevrolet Corvette Roadster 1986 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic?

240 Hp, 468 Nm
345 lb.-ft.

What is the engine displacement of Chevrolet Corvette Roadster 1986 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic?

5.7 l
5733 cm³
349.85 cu. in.

What is the number of cylinders in 1986 Chevrolet 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic?

8, V-engine

What is the drivetrain of Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (C4) Roadster 1986 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic?

Rear wheel drive. Internal Combustion engine. The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

What is the length of 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster?

4483 mm
176.5 in.

What is the width of 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster?

1804 mm
71.02 in.

What is the kerb weight of 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (C4) 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic?

1469-1496 kg
3239 - 3298 lbs.

What is the trunk (boot) capacity of 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster?

187 l
6.6 cu. ft.

What are the number of gears and the gearbox type of 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (C4) 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic?

4, automatic transmission

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General information

Brand

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Generation

Corvette Convertible (C4)

Modification (Engine)

5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic

Start of production

June, 1986

End of production

1989

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Body type

Roadster

Seats

Doors

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Performance specs

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA)

14.7 l/100 km 16 US mpg
19.2 UK mpg
6.8 km/l

Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA)

9.4 l/100 km 25 US mpg
30.1 UK mpg
10.6 km/l

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA)

12.4 l/100 km 19 US mpg
22.8 UK mpg
8.1 km/l

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Weight-to-power ratio

6.1 kg/Hp, 163.4 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

3.1 kg/Nm, 318.6 Nm/tonne

Engine specs

Power

240 Hp @ 4000 rpm.

Power per litre

41.9 Hp/l

Torque

468 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 345 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.

Engine layout

Front, Longitudinal

Engine Model/Code

L98

Engine displacement

5733 cm³ 349.85 cu. in.

Number of cylinders

Engine configuration

V-engine

Cylinder Bore

101.6 mm 4 in.

Piston Stroke

88.4 mm 3.48 in.

Compression ratio

9.5:1

Number of valves per cylinder

Fuel injection system

Multi-port manifold injection

Engine aspiration

Naturally aspirated engine

Valvetrain

OHV

Engine oil capacity

4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 UK qt

Engine oil specification

Coolant

13.7 l 14.48 US qt | 12.05 UK qt

Volume and weights

Kerb Weight

1469-1496 kg 3239 - 3298 lbs.

Trunk (boot) space - minimum

187 l 6.6 cu. ft.

Fuel tank capacity

75.7 l 20 US gal | 16.65 UK gal

Dimensions

Length

4483 mm 176.5 in.

Width

1804 mm 71.02 in.

Height

1179 mm 46.42 in.

Wheelbase

2444 mm 96.22 in.

Front track

1513 mm 59.57 in.

Rear (Back) track

1534 mm 60.39 in.

Front overhang

1030 mm 40.55 in.

Rear overhang

1009 mm 39.72 in.

Ride height (ground clearance)

120 mm 4.72 in.

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

12.3 m 40.35 ft.

Approach angle

10.6°

Departure angle

20.2°

Ramp-over (breakover) angle

12.3°

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain Architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Rear wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox

4 gears, automatic transmission

Front suspension

Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar, Leaf spring

Rear suspension

Independent multi-link suspension, Anti-roll bar, Leaf spring

Front brakes

Ventilated discs, 292x20 mm

Rear brakes

Ventilated discs, 292x20 mm

Assisting systems

ABS (Anti-lock braking system)

Steering type

Steering rack and pinion

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Tire size

255/50 R16; 275/40 ZR17

Wheel rim size

8.5J x 16; 9.5J x 16; 9.5J x 17

Specs of Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (C4) 5.7 V8 (240 Hp) Automatic /1986, 1987, 1988, 1989/