Below is a complete listing of 1980 Corvette specifications including engine, chassis, suspension specs and more.
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase (in.) | 98.0 |
| Track Frt/Rear (in) | 58.7 / 59.5 |
| Length (in.) | 185.3 |
| Width (in.) | 69.0 |
| Height (in.) | 48.1 |
| Frontal Area (in) | NA |
| Ground Clearance (in.) (minimum) | 3.9 |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 3282 |
| Weight-to-power ratio (lbs:hp) | NA |
| Coefficient of Drag | 0.443 |
| Weight Dist. F/R (%) | 48 / 52 |
| Coolant Capacity (qt.) | 21.6 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal.) | 24.0 |
| Oil Capacity (qt.) | 4.6 |
| Engine Specifications | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| L48 | LG4 | L82 | |
| Type | Overhead valve, 350 ci, pushrod V8, 2 valves/cylinder | ||
| Bore | 4.00 in. | 3.74 in. | 4.00 in. |
| Stroke | 3.48 in. | 3.48 in. | 3.48 in. |
| Displacement | 350 ci. | 305 ci. | 350 ci. |
| Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Horsepower | 190 hp @ 4200 rpm | 180 hp @ 4200 rpm | 230 hp @ 5200 rpm |
| Torque | 270 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm | 255 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
| Redline (RPM) | NA | NA | NA |
| Induction System | 4 bbl Carb. | 4 bbl Carb. | 4 bbl Carb. |
| Valve Lifters | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Brakes | |
| Type | NA |
| Front Rotors (diam. x thickness)(mm) | NA |
| Rear Rotors (diam. x thickness)(mm) | NA |
| Transmission | ||
|---|---|---|
| Automatic | Manual | |
| Type | 4-Speed Automatic | (MM4) 4-Speed Manual |
| Gear Ratios | ||
| 1st | NA | 2.88 |
| 2nd | NA | 1.91 |
| 3rd | NA | 1.33 |
| 4th | NA | 1.00 |
| Reverse | NA | NA |
| Axle Ratio | NA | NA |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.07:1 | |