Review of the 1992 Chevrolet Corvette Base
Several things can be said about the Chevrolet Corvette series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.
Stop and Go
Standard equipment in the Corvette for 1991 and 1992 includes the 5.7 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 6-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the Chevrolet engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Corvette.
The Corvette uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses leaf and leaf springs front and rear respectively.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Corvette Base are 70.70 inches wide by 178.50 inches long. It sits 46.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 96.20 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
Pricing is a vital consideration when shopping for a car. The Chevrolet Corvette lists at $33,635 when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-low price. This price was average compared to the industry average price for a 2-door hatchback.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1992 Corvette’s standard fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected MFI style of design. The fuel capacity of the car is 20.00 gallons.
The Corvette Base received an fuel efficiency rating of 17 MPG driving in the city and 25 when it came to highway driving. The gas-powered Corvette is a non-hybrid car.
What We Think of the Chevrolet Corvette
The 1992 model year was very successful for the Chevrolet Corvette. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.