1984 Corvette Specifications
The first redesigned Corvette in 15 years was more sophisticated and more practical than the beloved Shark, yet every inch Corvette for style and sizzle. Here are the specifications for the 1984 Corvette:
This view highlights many new C4 features. Among them is a revised
all-independent suspension with a transverse, fiberglass-reinforced
leaf spring at the front as well as the rear, plus more sophisticated five-link
rear geometry and forged aluminum front A-arms.
| Vehicle Specifications | Hatchback |
| Wheelbase, inches | 96.2 |
| Length, inches | 176.5 |
| Width, inches | 71.0 |
| Track, inches | front: 59.6 rear: 60.4 |
| Height, inches | 46.7 |
| Curb weight, pounds | 3,200 |
Mechanical Specifications (2-door hatchback)
Suspension
front: Independent; unequal length upper and lower A-arms, transverse fiberglass leaf spring, tubular hydraulic shock absorbers, antiroll bar
rear: Independent, upper and lower trailing arms, lateral arms, tie rods, halfshafts, transverse fiberglass leaf springs, tubular hydraulic shock absorbers, antiroll bar
Wheels/Tires
P225/50VR-16
Brakes
front: 11.5-inch disc
rear: 11.5-inch disc
Transmission
4-speed automatic
4+3-speed manual (4-speed manual with overdrive in 3rd and 4th gears)
Standard axle ratio
2.73:1 (auto) 3.07:1 (manual)
Engine Specifications
| Type | ohv V-8 |
| Displacement, liters/cubic inch | 5.7/350 |
| Bore X stroke, inches | 4.00 X 3.48 |
| Fuel management | Cross-Fire Throttle Body Fuel Injection |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 205 @ 4,300 |
| Torque @ rpm, pound-foot | 290 @ 2,800 |
Published Performance Numbers
| Acceleration | 205 hp, 4-speed automatic |
| 0-60 mph, second | 7.0 |
| 0-100 mph, second | NA |
| 1/4-mile, second @ mph | 15.5 @ 88 |
Vehicle Production and Base Prices
| Car Type | Production | Price |
| 2-door coupe | 51,547 | $21,800.00 |
Options and Production
| Option | Production | Price |
| Power Driver Seat | 48,702 | $210.00 |
| Sport Seats, cloth | 4,003 | 625.00 |
| Sport Seats, leather | 40,568 | 400.00 |
| Power Door Locks | 49,545 | 165.00 |
| Removable Transparent Glass Roof Panels | 15,767 | 595.00 |
| Two-Tone Paint | 8,755 | 428.00 |
| Delco-Bilstein Shock Absorbers | 3,729 | 189.00 |
| Performance Axle Ratio | 410 | 22.00 |
| Engine Oil Cooler | 4,295 | 158.00 |
| Cruise Control | 49,832 | 185.00 |
| 4-Speed Manual Transmission | 6,443 | 0.00 |
| P255/50VR16 Tires/16 Wheels | 51,547 | 561.00 |
| Radio Delete | 104 | -331.00 |
| AM/FM Radio Stereo, Cassette | 6,689 | 153.00 |
| AM/FM Radio, Stereo, CB | 178 | 215.00 |
| Stereo System, Delco-Bose | 43,607 | 895.00 |
| Heavy Duty Radiator | 12,008 | 57.00 |
| California Emission Certification | 6,833 | 75.00 |
| Performance Handling Package | 25,995 | 600.20 |
| Rear Window + Side Mirror Defoggers | 47,680 | 160.00 |
Color Choices and Production
| Color Choice | Production |
| White | 6,417 |
| Medium Gray Metallic | 3,147 |
| Light Blue Metallic | 1,196 |
| Gold Metallic | 2,430 |
| Dark Bronze Metallic | 1,371 |
| Silver/Medium Gray | 3,629 |
| Light Bronze/Dark Bronze | 3,693 |
| Bright Silver Metallic | 3,109 |
| Black | 7,906 |
| Medium Blue Metallic | 1,822 |
| Light Bronze Metallic | 2,452 |
| Bright Red | 1,2942 |
| Light Blue/Medium Blue | 1,433 |
Learn about other Corvettes in this generation:
| 1984 Corvette | 1985 Corvette | 1986 Corvette |
| 1987 Corvette | 1988 Corvette | 1989 Corvette |
| 1990 Corvette |
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