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Index Key:   ENG037
Author:      alana e kendrick
Subject:     Horsepower of a 1995 Corvette.
How much horsepower does a 1995 Corvette have?

Response #:  1 of 1
Author:      david r munoz
I am not sure how much horsepower a 1995 Corvette has, but I am sure it is
more than enough to accelerate the car for easy passing at legal highway
speeds.  I would estimate it to be 200 horsepower at the optimum engine
speed.  The thing about horsepower ratings on automotive engines is that it
depends on the engine speed.  Usually the manufacturer lists the maximum
value, but remember it is only at a particular engine speed.  See if you can
find a torque-speed curve for an internal combustion engine, many of them
will also include a curve for horsepower and brake specific fuel consumption
(which is related to efficiency).  It will give you more information on the
general characteristics of the internal combustion (IC) engine.  I know I
did not answer your original question, but perhaps you can visit a Chevy
dealership to get your answer.