1989 Corvette Specifications
The 1989 Corvette featured performance upgrades including 17-inch tires and computer-aided gear selection, as well as cosmetic improvements including restyled seats and a removable hardtop option for the convertible. Here are the specifications for the 1989 Corvette:
 Corvette showed an increase in sales in 1989 for the first time in years to 26,412. |
| 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 | 3,229 | 3,269 |
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
P275/40VR-17
Brakes
front: anti-lock 12.0-inch disc
rear: anti-lock 12.0-inch disc
Transmission
4-speed automatic
6-speed manual
Standard axle ratio
2.59:1 (auto) 3.33:1 (manual)
Engine Specifications
| Type | ohv V-8 |
| Displacement, liters/cu inch | 5.7/350 |
| Bore × Stroke, inches | 4.00 x 3.48 |
| Fuel Management | Tuned Port Injection |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 245 @ 4,300 |
| Torque @ rpm, pound-foot | 340 @ 3,200 |
Published Performance Numbers
| Acceleration | 245 hp, 6-speed manual |
| 0-60 mph, second | 5.4 |
| 0-100 mph, second | 14.42 |
| 1/4-mile, second @ mph | NA |
Vehicle Production and Base Prices
| Car Type | Production | Price |
| 2-door coupe | 16,663 | $31,545.00 |
| 2-door convertible | 9,749 | 36,785.00 |
Options and Production
| Option | Production | Price |
| Power Passenger Seat | 20,578 | $240.00 |
| Power Driver Seat | 25,606 | 240.00 |
| Sport Seats, leather | 1,777 | 1,025.00 |
| Base Seats, leather | 23,364 | 400.00 |
| Callaway Twin Turbo (not GM installed) | 69 | 25,895.00 |
| Radiator Boost Fan | 20,281 | 75.00 |
| Auxiliary Hardtop | 1,573 | 1,995.00 |
| Dual Removable Roof Panels | 5,274 | 915.00 |
| Removable Roof Panel, blue tint | 8,748 | 615.00 |
| Removable Roof Panel, bronze tint | 4,042 | 615.00 |
| Electronic Air Conditioning Control | 24,675 | 150.00 |
| Illuminated Driver Vanity Mirror | 17,414 | 58.00 |
| Selective Ride and Handling, electronic | 1,573 | 1,695.00 |
| Performance Axle Ratio | 10,211 | 22.00 |
| Engine Block Heater | 2,182 | 20.00 |
| Engine Oil Cooler | 20,162 | 110.00 |
| 6-Speed Manual Transmission | 4,113 | 0.00 |
| California Emission Requirements | 4,501 | 100.00 |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning Indicator | 6,976 | 325.00 |
| Stereo System, Delco-Bose | 24,145 | 773.00 |
| Heavy Duty Radiator | 20,888 | 40.00 |
| Luggage Rack (convertible) | 616 | 140.00 |
| Performance Handling Package (coupe) | 2,224 | 575.00 |
Color Choices and Production
| Color Choice | Production | Color Choice | Production |
| White | 5,426 | Medium Blue Metallic | 1,428 |
| Dark Blue Metallic | 1,931 | Black | 4,855 |
| Dark Red Metallic | 3,409 | Bright Red | 7,663 |
| Gray Metallic | 225 | Charcoal Metallic | 1,440 |
Learn about other Corvettes in this generation:
| 1984 Corvette | 1985 Corvette | 1986 Corvette |
| 1987 Corvette | 1988 Corvette | 1989 Corvette |
| 1990 Corvette | 1991 Corvette | 1992 Corvette |
| 1993 Corvette | 1994 Corvette | 1995 Corvette |
| 1996 Corvette |
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