L98 vs LT1
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (bogus)
eh. all Chevy small blocks leak oil.
[Modified by BluByU, 2:49 PM 11/20/2002]
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (BluByU)
eh. all Chevy small blocks leak oil.
:nono: My 1993 LT1 with 130k miles has NO OIL LEAKS and never has!!! Its got to be the best motor I have ever had... It hasnt had one problem yet (the engine)
:nono: My 1993 LT1 with 130k miles has NO OIL LEAKS and never has!!! Its got to be the best motor I have ever had... It hasnt had one problem yet (the engine)
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (bogus)
in a street race with an L98, the LT1 would loose if it was a short run, but in a slightly longer run, past 60mph, the LT1 will cream the L98. (this is stock vs stock, all things being equal).
My timeslip above is from the track, but if you look at the reaction times, you'll see we both left at the same time. But the LT1 car beat the L98 car in every aspect there. So every car and every driver is different.
Just because my LT1 beat an L98 doesn't mean all of them will just as if an L98 car beats an LT1, it won't beat all of them, stock or otherwise. :cheers:
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (Mr Mojo)
in a street race with an L98, the LT1 would loose if it was a short run, but in a slightly longer run, past 60mph, the LT1 will cream the L98. (this is stock vs stock, all things being equal).
I agree with everything Andy has said here except for this one. Depending on the driver, this ain't happening.
My timeslip above is from the track, but if you look at the reaction times, you'll see we both left at the same time. But the LT1 car beat the L98 car in every aspect there. So every car and every driver is different.
Just because my LT1 beat an L98 doesn't mean all of them will just as if an L98 car beats an LT1, it won't beat all of them, stock or otherwise. :cheers:
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (wmrobert)
I'm in the beginning stages of looking for a C4. I've narrowed my search down to 1990 - 1996. I'd really prefer a 6 speed. My question is: What are the basic differences between an L98 and a LT1? (other than the obvious 50 HP) Also, is there any significant performance difference? Thanks for any enlightenment that you can provide.
Since you are in Northern Virginia you should check out Coopers Corvettes in Triangle, VA. I just bought a vette there a few months ago. The prices are fair (not dirt cheap), and they take all the time you need. No high pressure tactics. I would never buy another vette without stopping there first. They were recommended by two of my friends.
Good Luck!
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (Mr Mojo)
Common Frank, neither of our cars were "bone stock" when we put up that damn time slip! :lol:
Bone stock the L98 will run about 14.0 and the LT1 will run about 13.5. If you ran two bone stock Vettes with A4s my money is on the L98 in the 1st 1/8mi and on the LT1 at the traps.
To help decide on which Vette to buy, I suggest you get a copy of the Corvette Black Book to see what features differed across the years of interest.
From a performance standpoint you can get either engine to power you into the low 12s and beyond. I believe it's cheaper to get there with the LT1 since you start at 300hp so you only need to add about 60-70hp; with the L98 you need to add about 125hp to get the job done.
In the final analysis, look at the total package and buy the Corvette that you realy like.
Bone stock the L98 will run about 14.0 and the LT1 will run about 13.5. If you ran two bone stock Vettes with A4s my money is on the L98 in the 1st 1/8mi and on the LT1 at the traps.
To help decide on which Vette to buy, I suggest you get a copy of the Corvette Black Book to see what features differed across the years of interest.
From a performance standpoint you can get either engine to power you into the low 12s and beyond. I believe it's cheaper to get there with the LT1 since you start at 300hp so you only need to add about 60-70hp; with the L98 you need to add about 125hp to get the job done.
In the final analysis, look at the total package and buy the Corvette that you realy like.
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (65Z01)
Well what ive found in my .02 is that if you have a L98 Vette it will cost you about 1/2 LESS what it would cost if the same prob went in an LT1, all parts are more expensive on the LT1 so if u can swing the cash if anything goes wrong, id get an LT1..I would have loved an LT1 6 Speed :D but couldnt afford one, so i got an 85 L98 Auto, and im not what so ever disapointed, ive hurt many of mustang boys feelings wit my Slow L98 wit minor FREE mods. Thus against nicly modified Stangs.
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (bogus)
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"Ive heard horror stories about the L98 and leaking oil i was about to buy a 90' and then I learned of this"
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If thats your criteria, Ive got this 1989 Ford pichup truck with 124K miles and it doesn't drip a drop. :jester
"Ive heard horror stories about the L98 and leaking oil i was about to buy a 90' and then I learned of this"
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If thats your criteria, Ive got this 1989 Ford pichup truck with 124K miles and it doesn't drip a drop. :jester
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (bogus)
Ive heard horror stories about the L98 and leaking oil i was about to buy a 90' and then I learned of this
eh. all Chevy small blocks leak oil.
eh. all Chevy small blocks leak oil.
wmrobert - meet up with us at Malibu Grill in December see this thread: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=437426
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (92TripleBlack)
Where's the link?
Here's a link that shows the changes year by year. I'd get the newest one you can but there are major differences year by year and options you may "need" to have that may sway this. :flag
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (89vette)
My '91 has over 190,000 miles and has never burned a drop of oil. It had a leaky sending unit once but that is about it. I am doing a rebuild now only because I blew a head gasket and figured I might as well go thru the whole engine. Hopefully, I can get another 190,000 miles out of it.
From my experience, the L98 better suits my driving style. I like the SOTP feel leaving a stop light. The LT1's I have driven seem to lack that thrill. My suggestion would be to test drive as many Corvettes as you can.
From my experience, the L98 better suits my driving style. I like the SOTP feel leaving a stop light. The LT1's I have driven seem to lack that thrill. My suggestion would be to test drive as many Corvettes as you can.
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (wmrobert)
As mentioned earlier theirs more to a vette than just the engine, the newer you get the more things are tweeked. I would get the newest one you can get. That way your getting as many refinements as you can afford at the time. JMHO
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (wmrobert)
You said you were looking at 90-96.......lets see...96 LT4 comes to mind. :D
Corvette Factory Food chain chart :lol:
1. LS6
2. LS1
2. LT4
3. LT1
4. L98
LS1 and the LT4 are to close to call sometimes...I have them even. :D
:cheers:
Corvette Factory Food chain chart :lol:
1. LS6
2. LS1
2. LT4
3. LT1
4. L98
LS1 and the LT4 are to close to call sometimes...I have them even. :D
:cheers:
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (wmrobert)
I've had my 95 LT1 for a year and a half now, only repairs so far were replaced battery and heater core. Don't let the Optispark scare you, I washed my engine once and drenched it, the car wouldn't run that night but by morning it was like nothing happened. With just a Corsa exhaust and K&N filter I am running 13.4s.
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Re: L98 vs LT1 (TA)
IL98 Cons
- somewhat lacking in refinement
- less power in stock form
- no top end power
- not as good MPG
- killer intake manifold leaks
I can't speak for the LT1, but in my L98 I've averaged 32+ mpg on 90 mile trips to the NJ shore. :yesnod:
- somewhat lacking in refinement
- less power in stock form
- no top end power
- not as good MPG
- killer intake manifold leaks
I can't speak for the LT1, but in my L98 I've averaged 32+ mpg on 90 mile trips to the NJ shore. :yesnod:
Now if you could only swap that pesky Optispark unit out for a crank-triggered ignition you would have something...