1968-1982 Corvette OverviewChevrolet Corvette Overview (1968 - 1982)
C3
Tech Specs Summary
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- 115 - 152 mph
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- 4.2 - 10.0 seconds
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- 165 - 435 hp
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- 7.5 - 13.3 mpg
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- 3,109 - 3,638 lbs
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- 6.1 - 8.4 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 4.2 ft3 (Convertible)
This generation of the Chevrolet Corvette (C3) was produced by the American manufacturer Chevrolet between 1968 - 1982. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a coupé or convertible. There are many power levels available from a 5.4 L V8 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Corvette is the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray ZL1 which scores 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 430 hp and a power/weight ratio of 7.23 lb/hp it has a top speed of 150 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Chevrolet Corvette 350 Cross-Fire is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 320 miles and can store 8.4 cubic feet of cargo.