1979 Corvette Specifications
With inflation still galloping, the base price for the 1979 Corvette broke the psychologically important $10,000 barrier for the first time (by $220). Despite this, sales moved up again, reaching 53,807. Here are the specifications for the 1979 Corvette:
The 1979 Corvette’s improved "breathing" took the base V-8
up to 195 bhp, the L82 to 225.
| Vehicle Specifications | Coupe |
| Wheelbase, inches | 98.0 |
| Length, inches | 185.2 |
| Width, inches | 69.0 |
| Track, inches | front: 58.7 rear: 59.4 |
| Height, inches | 47.9 |
| Curb weight, pounds | 3,565 |
Mechanical Specifications (2-door coupe)
Suspension
front: Independent; upper and lower A-arms, coil springs, tubular hydraulic shock absorbers, antiroll bar
rear: Independent, lateral leaf springs, struts, U-joint halfshafts, trailing arms, tubular hydraulic shock absorbers
Wheels/Tires
P225/70R-15
Brakes
front: 11.75-inch disc
rear: 11.75-inch disc
Transmission
3-speed Hydra-Matic
4-speed manual
Standard axle ratio
3.55:1 (auto) 3.36:1 (manual)
Engine Specifications
| Type | ohv V-8 | ohv V-8 |
| Displacement, liters/cubic inch | 5.7/350 | 5.7/350 |
| Bore X stroke, inches | 4.00 X 3.48 | 4.00 X 3.48 |
| Fuel management | 1 X 4-bbl. | 1 X 4-bbl. |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 185 @ 4,000 | 220 @ 5,200 |
| Torque @ rpm, pound-foot | 270 @ 2,400 | 260 @ 3,600 |
Published Performance Numbers
| Acceleration | 220 hp, 4-speed manual |
| 0-60 mph, second | 6.6 |
| 0-100 mph, second | 18.5 |
| 1/4-mile, second @ mph | 15.6 @ 91 |
Vehicle Production and Base Prices
| Car Type | Production | Price |
| 2-door coupe | 53,807 | $10,220.23 |
Options and Production
| Option | Production | Price |
| Power Windows | 20,631 | $141.00 |
| Power Door Locks | 9,054 | $131.00 |
| Removable Glass Roof Panels | 14,480 | $365.00 |
| Rear Window Defogger | 41,587 | $102.00 |
| Air Conditioning | 47,136 | $635.00 |
| Sport Mirrors | 48,211 | $45.00 |
| Spoilers, front and rear | 6,853 | $265.00 |
| Gymkhana Suspension | 12,321 | $49.00 |
| Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers | 2,164 | $33.00 |
| Optional Rear Axle Ratio | 428 | $19.00 |
| Cruise Control | 34,445 | $113.00 |
| 225 hp Engine | 14,516 | $565.00 |
| 4-Speed Manual Transmission, close ratio | 4,062 | $0.00 |
| Automatic Transmission | 41,454 | $0.00 |
| High Altitude Emission Equipment | 56 | $35.00 |
| Tilt-Telescopic Steering Column | 47,463 | $190.00 |
| Aluminum Wheels | 33,741 | $380.00 |
| White Letter SBR Tires, P255/60R15 | 17,920 | $226.20 |
| White Letter SBR Tires, P255/70R15 | 29,603 | $54.00 |
| AM/FM Radio, stereo w/8-track tape | 21,435 | $228.00 |
| AM/FM Radio, stereo w/CB | 4,483 | $439.00 |
| AM/FM Radio, stereo w/cassette | 12,110 | $234.00 |
| AM/FM Radio, stereo | 9,256 | $90.00 |
| Power Antenna | 35,730 | $52.00 |
| Dual Rear Speakers | 37,754 | $52.00 |
| Heavy Duty Battery | 3,405 | $21.00 |
| California Emission Certification | 3,798 | $83.00 |
| Trailer Package | 1,001 | $98.00 |
| Power Windows and Door Locks | 28,465 | $272.00 |
| Convenience Group | 41,539 | $94.00 |
Color Choices and Production
| Color Choice | Production |
| Classic White | 8,629 |
| Black | 10,465 |
| Corvette Yellow | 2,357 |
| Corvette Light Beige | 2,951 |
| Corvette Dark Blue | 5,670 |
| Silver | 7,331 |
| Corvette Light Blue | 3,203 |
| Corvette Dark Green | 2,426 |
| Corvette Red | 6,707 |
| Corvette Dark Brown | 4,053 |
Learn about other Corvettes in this generation:
| 1978 Corvette | 1979 Corvette | 1980 Corvette |
| 1981 Corvette | 1982 Corvette | |
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