A Guide to Every C4 Corvette Engine

C4 Corvette Engines – The Full List & Guide

In 1983, GM finally released the highly-anticipated fourth-generation Corvette, after more than a decade of third-gen production. The “all-new” C4 Corvette debuted to a frenzy of publicity, as many clamored to see what GM had in-store. The C4 Corvette would ultimately enjoy a lengthy run all of its own, spanning 13 years of production.

During this period, GM installed a number of memorable powerplants beneath the C4’s hood. Many of these engines proved to be quite innovative in design, even when saddled with newly-mandated emissions equipment of the era.

The following is a comprehensive guide to Corvette powerplants offered during the C4 era.

L83 5.7L 350CI Cross-Fire V8: 1984

One can seldom recount the Corvette’s colorful history without discussing the now-infamous 350 small-block. In truth, the Corvette utilized the 350 small-block V8 in many forms, some receiving more fanfare than others. Unfortunately, there were also a few variants of the 350CI V8 that received their share of ridicule as well.