1987 Corvette Specifications
The year 1987 brought more horsepower to the Corvette, and with it came increased torque. For those looking for a little less speed, Chevy offered the Z52 package, which was essentially a softer version of the Z51. Here are the specifications for the 1987 Corvette:
Horsepower was up to 240 for 1987 via a revised exhaust system and low-friction roller-type valve lifters for the aluminum-head L98 V-8, new for the 1986 Corvette. Automatic transmission remained C4 standard, with an innovative "4+3" manual gearbox optional.
| Vehicle Specifications | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Wheelbase, inches | 96.2 | 96.2 |
| Length, inches | 176.5 | 176.5 |
| Width, inches | 71.0 | 71.0 |
| Track, inches | front: 59.6 rear: 60.4 | front: 59.6 rear: 60.4 |
| Height, inches | 46.7 | 46.4 |
| Curb weight, pounds | 3,216 | 3,279 |
Mechanical Specifications (2-door hatchback/convertible)
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
P245/60VR-16
Brakes
front: anti-lock 11.5-inch disc
rear: anti-lock 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
2.59:1 (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 | Tuned Port Injection |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 240 @ 4,000 |
| Torque @ rpm, pound-foot | 345 @ 3,200 |
Published Performance Numbers
| Acceleration | 240 hp, 4-speed manual |
| 0-60 mph, second | 6.3 |
| 0-100 mph, second | NA |
| 1/4-mile, second @ mph | 15.11 @ 93.8 |
(Source: Motor Trend)
Vehicle Production and Base Prices
| Car Type | Production | Price |
| 2-door coupe | 20,007 | $27,999.00 |
| 2-door convertible | 10,625 | 33,172.00 |
Options and Production
| Option | Production | Price |
| Power Passenger Seat | 17,124 | $240.00 |
| Power Driver Seat | 29,561 | 240.00 |
| Sport Seats, leather | 14,119 | 1,025.00 |
| Base Seats, leather | 14,579 | 400.00 |
| Power Door Locks | 29,748 | 190.00 |
| Callaway Twin Turbo (not GM installed) | 184 | 19,995.00 |
| Radiator Boost Fan | 7,291 | 75.00 |
| Dual Removable Roof Panels | 5,017 | 915.00 |
| Removable Roof Panel, blue tint | 8,883 | 615.00 |
| Removable Roof Panel, bronze tint | 5,766 | 615.00 |
| Electronic Air Conditioning Control | 20,875 | 150.00 |
| Twin Remote Heated Mirrors (convertible) | 6,840 | 35.00 |
| Illuminated Driver Vanity Mirror | 14,992 | 58.00 |
| Two-Tone Paint (coupe) | 1,361 | 428.00 |
| Delco-Bilstein Shock Absorbers | 1,957 | 189.00 |
| Performance Axle Ratio, 3.07:1 | 7,285 | 22.00 |
| Engine Oil Cooler | 6,679 | 110.00 |
| Cruise Control | 29,594 | 185.00 |
| 4-Speed Manual Transmission | 4,229 | 0.00 |
| California Emission Requirements | 5,423 | 99.00 |
| Radio Delete | 247 | -256.00 |
| AM/FM Radio Stereo Cassette | 2,182 | 132.00 |
| Stereo System, Delco-Bose | 27,721 | 905.00 |
| Heavy Duty Radiator | 7,871 | 40.00 |
| Performance Handling Package (coupe) | 1,596 | 470.00 |
| Rear Window + Side Mirror Defoggers (coupe) | 19,043 | 165.00 |
Color Choices and Production
| Color Choice | Production |
| Silver Metallic | 767 |
| Medium Blue Metallic | 2,677 |
| White | 3,097 |
| Gold Metallic | 397 |
| Copper Metallic | 87 |
| Dark Red Metallic | 5,578 |
| Silver/Gray | 403 |
| White/Silver | 195 |
| Medium Gray Metallic | 1,035 |
| Yellow | 1,051 |
| Black | 5,101 |
| Silver Beige Metallic | 950 |
| Medium Brown Metallic | 245 |
| Bright Red | 8,285 |
| Gray/Black | 316 |
| Silver Beige/Medium Brown | 447 |
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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