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Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Specs

(1977 - 1978) - Technical Specifications for Years 1977, 1978
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Key Specs

Petrol
349.8 cu-in
5733 cm3
V 8
220 HP
223 PS / 164 kW
260 lb-ft
353 Nm

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Body, Model and Production details Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Body, Model and Production details

Generation : Corvette C3 - 1978 Update
Body : Coupé
Num. of Doors : 2 doors

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Engine Technical Data Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : V 8
Engine Code : GM Chevrolet Small-Block V-8 350 L82
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : rocheste
Lubrication :
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 349.8 cu-in / 5733 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 4 x 3.48 inches
101.6 x 88.4 mm
Number of valves : 16 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 8.9
Horsepower : 220 HP / 223 PS / 164 kW
@ 5200 rpm
Maximum torque : 260 lb-ft / 353 Nm
@ 3600 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Highway ( - 2008): 15 MPG
16 L/100 km
18 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA City ( - 2008): 20 MPG
12 L/100 km
24 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Combined ( - 2008): 18 MPG
13 L/100 km
22 MPG UK
Range (EPA): 312 miles / 502 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 24 gallons
91 L
20 UK gallons
Catalytic converter : Yes

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Performance Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Performance

Top Speed : - Mph / - km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : - s

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 97.99 inches / 248.9 cm
Length : 185.2 inches / 470.4 cm
Width : 69.02 inches / 175.3 cm
Height : 47.99 inches / 121.9 cm
Front Axle : 58.7 inches / 149.1 cm
Rear Axle : 59.49 inches / 151.1 cm
Ground clearance : 4.29 inches / 10.9 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : -
Curb Weight : 3624 lbs / 1644 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 7.4 kg/hp

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Interior size, Dimensions Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 2 seats
Trunk / Boot capacity : -

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 Auto Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(11.73 inches / 298 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(11.73 inches / 298 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 225/70 R15
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 225/70 R15
Steering : Recirculating bearing ball and nut steering. Hydraulic Power-Steering
Turning circle : 37.1 feet / 11.3 m
Steering wheel lock-to-lock : 2.92 turns
Steering ratio : 16.1:1
Front Suspension : Independent, SLA Type, Coil Springs, Stabilizer Bar 0.875 in/diam (1.12in/diam on FE7 code optional Gymkhana suspension)
Rear Suspension : Full independent with frame-anchored differencial. 3-Links: tubular axle drive shafts, torque control arms and transverse strut rods. Leaf springs. Stabilizer bar 0.440in/diam (FE7 code optional Gymkhana suspension only)
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