1991 Corvette Specifications
The 1991 Corvette got a facelift that gave the car a smoother, more rounded nose, plus small front-fender "strakes" and a back panel with squared-up taillights. Workmanship progressively improved as part of the C4 series' considered evolution. Here are the specifications for the 1991 Corvette:
![]() This 1991 Corvette convertible is one of 5,692 built for the model year. Price before options was up to $41,195 versus $34,595 for that year's coupe. |
| Vehicle Specifications | Hatchback | Hatchback (ZR-1) | Convertible |
| Wheelbase, inches | 96.2 | 96.2 | 96.2 |
| Length, inches | 176.5 | 177.4 | 176.5 |
| Width, inches | 71.0 | 74.0 | 71.0 |
| Track, inches | front: 59.6 rear: 60.4 | front: 61.9 rear: 61.9 | front: 59.6 rear: 60.4 |
| Height, inches | 46.7 | 46.4 | 46.4 |
| Curb weight, pounds | 3,294 | 3,470 | 3,294 |
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
P275/40ZR-17
(P315/35ZR-17 ZR-1, rear)
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) 3.07:1 (manual)
Engine Specifications
| Type | ohv V-8 | dohc V-8 |
| Displacement, liters/cu inch | 5.7/350 | 5.7/350 |
| Bore × Stroke, inches | 4.00 x 3.48 | 3.90 x 3.66 |
| Fuel Management | Multi-Port Injection | Multi-Port Injection |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 250 @ 4,400 | 375 @ 5,800 |
| Torque @ rpm, pound-foot | 350 @ 3,200 | 370 @ 4,800 |
Vehicle Production and Base Prices
| Car Type | Production | Price |
| 2-door coupe | 14,967 | $32,455.00 |
| 2-door convertible | 5,672 | 38,770.00 |
Options and Production
| Option | Production | Price |
| Base Seats, leather | NA | $425.00 |
| Sport Seats, leather | 10,650 | 1,050.00 |
| Power Passenger Seat | 17,267 | 290.00 |
| Power Driver Seat | 19,937 | 290.00 |
| Callaway Twin Turbo (not GM installed) | 62 | 33,000.00 |
| Auxiliary Hardtop | 1,230 | 1,995.00 |
| Dual Removable Roof Panels | 5,031 | 915.00 |
| Removable Roof Panel, blue tint | 6,991 | 615.00 |
| Removable Roof Panel, bronze tint | 3,036 | 615.00 |
| Electronic Air Conditioning Control | 19,233 | 180.00 |
| Selective Ride and Handling, electronic | 6,894 | 1,695.00 |
| Performance Axle Ratio | NA | 22.00 |
| Engine Oil Cooler | 7,525 | 110.00 |
| 6-Speed Manual Transmission | 5,875 | 0.00 |
| California Emission Requirements | 3,050 | 100.00 |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning Indicator | 5,175 | 325.00 |
| Stereo System, Delco-Bose | 3,786 | 823.00 |
| Stereo System w/CD, Delco-Bose | 15,345 | 1,219.00 |
| Luggage Rack (convertible) | 886 | 140.00 |
| Adjustable Suspension Package (coupe) | 733 | 2,155.00 |
| Special Performance Package (ZR-1 coupe) | 2,044 | 31,683.00 |
Color Choices and Production
| Color Choice | Production | Color Choice | Production |
| White | 4,305 | Steel Blue Metallic | 835 |
| Yellow | 650 | Black | 3,909 |
| Turquoise Metallic | 1,621 | Dark Red Metallic | 1,311 |
| Quasar Blue Metallic | 1,038 | Bright Red | 5,318 |
| Polo Green Metallic | 1,230 | Charcoal Metallic | 417 |
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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