1990 Корвет

 

Все Corvette 1990 года оснащались стандартной подушкой безопасности со стороны водителя, установленной в соответствии с первой фазой федеральных правил защиты от столкновений с «пассивным сдерживанием». Также в целях безопасности антиблокировочная тормозная система автомобиля была модернизирована с улучшенным контролем рыскания, что позволило обеспечить более безопасное управление. Базовый двигатель получил небольшое увеличение мощности до 245 л.с. за счет дополнительной системы контроля плотности скорости впуска воздуха, измененного распределительного вала и увеличенной степени сжатия (это было 250 л.с. в купе с передаточным числом осей 3,07: 1 или 3,33: 1). Новая эффективная конструкция радиатора с наклоном устранила необходимость во вспомогательном вентиляторе, которого больше не было в 1990 году.

Пересмотренный приборный дисплей теперь сочетал в себе цифровой спидометр с аналоговым тахометром и другими датчиками. Монитор моторного масла теперь подсчитывал оставшийся полезный срок службы масла в милях и предупреждал водителей о необходимости замены масла с помощью индикатора на приборной панели. Проигрыватель компакт-дисков был недавно доступен с дополнительной аудиосистемой Delco-Bose и теперь включает функцию блокировки безопасности, предотвращающую кражу; в случае удаления необходимо было ввести специальный код, иначе головное устройство оставалось бы неработоспособным.

Двадцать три корвета с усиленной подвеской были построены в 1990 году для новой гоночной серии World Challenge, и их можно было приобрести через обычные дилерские каналы. Покупатели могли выбрать двигатель Chevy или предоставить свой собственный, хотя любые дальнейшие модификации оставались на усмотрение гонщиков.

Though overall alterations would be minor, 1990 would prove to be a major model year for the Corvette because it marked the introduction of the high-performance ZR-1 version, which was actually a $27,016 option package. Originally intended as a midyear 1989 model and previewed with a massive media campaign, the ZR-1 was eventually postponed until 1990 due to "insufficient availability of engines." Based around an all-new 32-valve 375-bhp V-8 called the LT5 (developed in conjunction with Lotus and built by Mercury Marine), the ZR-1 was a true production supercar that could run with even the most exotic imports. The Callaway twin-turbo was still available at an extra $26,895, but it languished in favor of the new ZR-1, selling just 58 units. Overall sales dropped a bit for the year, down to 23,646.Still, of that number, 3,049 ZR-1-equipped models were sold to buyers who had long saved a place on a waiting list. Many gladly paid well in excess of list price to be among the first to own what was the new epitome of American muscle, and a true Corvette classic.

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The 1990 Corvette boasted improved safety and comfort features, including a driver's side airbag and a redesigned dashboard. Corvette also offered the ZR-1 in 1990, a high performance option package that buyers lined up to purchase. Here are the specifications for the 1990 Corvette:

A sweeping new dashboard improved control ergonomics for the 1990 Corvette and replaced the digi-graphic tach and speedometer with large analog gauges.

 

Vehicle Specifications	Hatchback	Hatchback (ZR-1)
Wheelbase, inches	96.2	96.2
Length, inches	176.5	177.4
Width, inches	71.0	74.0
Track, inches	front: 59.6 rear: 60.4	front: 61.9 rear: 61.9
Height, inches	46.7	46.4
Curb weight, pounds	3,223	3,465

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) 3.33:1 (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

Published Performance Numbers

Acceleration	250 hp, 6-sp man.	375 hp, 6-sp man.
0-60 mph, sec	5.7	4.9
0-100 mph, sec	NA	11.5
1/4-mile, sec @ mph	14.3 @ 97.1	13.4 @ 108.5

Sources: Motor Trend, Road & Track

Vehicle Production and Base Prices

Car Type	Production	Price
2-door coupe	16,016	$31,979.00
2-door convertible	7,630	37,264.00

Options and Production

Option	Production	Price
Power Passenger Seat	20,419	$270.00
Power Driver Seat	23,109	270.00
Sport Seats, leather	11,457	1,050.00
Base Seats, leather	11,649	425.00
Callaway Twin Turbo (not GM installed)	58	26,895.00
Auxiliary Hardtop	2,371	1,995.00
Dual Removable Roof Panels	6,422	915.00
Removable Roof Panel, blue tint	7,852	615.00
Removable Roof Panel, bronze tint	4,340	615.00
Electronic Air Conditioning Control	22,497	180.00
Selective Ride and Handling, electronic	7,576	1,695.00
Performance Axle Ratio	9,362	22.00
Engine Block Heater	1,585	20.00
Engine Oil Cooler	16,220	110.00
6-Speed Manual Transmission	8,100	0.00
California Emission Requirements	4,035	100.00
Low Tire Pressure Warning Indicator	8,432	325.00
Stereo System, Delco-Bose	6,401	823.00
Stereo System w/CD, Delco-Bose	15,716	1,219.00
Luggage Rack (convertible)	1,284	140.00
Performance Handling Package (coupe)	5,446	460.00
Special Performance Package (ZR-1 coupe)	3,049	27,016.00

Color Choices and Production

Color Choice	Production	Color Choice	Production
White	4,872	Steel Blue Metallic	813
Black	4,759	Turquoise Metallic	589
Competition Yellow	278	Dark Red Metallic	2,353
Quasar Blue Metallic	474	Bright Red	6,956
Polo Green Metallic	1,674	Charcoal Metallic	878

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

Looking for more information on Corvettes and other cars? See:

• Corvettes: Learn about the history behind each model year and see Corvette photographs.
• Corvette Specifications: Get key specifications, engine and transmission types, prices, and production totals.
• Corvette Museum: The National Corvette Museum draws Corvette lovers from all over the world. Learn more about the museum.
• Corvette Pictures: Find pictures of the hottest classic and current-year Corvettes.
• Muscle Cars: Get information on more than 100 tough-guy rides.
  
• Consumer Guide Corvette Reviews: Considering a Corvette purchase? See what Consumer Guide has to say.