| Grade | 1500_SE saloon | 1500_DX | 1300_DX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model type & weight |
Model type | E-AE81-EEMES | E-AE81-EEKDS | E-AE80-EEKDS |
| Curb mass(kg) | 870 | 825 | 840 | |
| Dimensions | Length(mm) | 4135 | 4135 | 4135 |
| Width(mm) | 1635 | 1635 | 1635 | |
| Height(mm) | 1385 | 1385 | 1385 | |
| Wheelbase(mm) | 2430 | 2430 | 2430 | |
| Engine | Engine code | 3A-LU | 3A-LU | 2A-LU |
| Engine type | Water-cooled, in-line 4-cylinder, OHC | Water-cooled, in-line 4-cylinder, OHC | Water-cooled, in-line 4-cylinder, OHC | |
| Displacement(cm3) | 1452 | 1452 | 1295 | |
| Max. output kW(PS)/r.p.m. | -/83/5600 | -/83/5600 | -/75/6000 |
| * | The specifications are those of representative model grades. |
| * | Max. output represents a net rating. In the above table, digits separated by slashes ( / / ) stand for kW, PS, and r.p.m., respectively. |
| * | The model numbers of these vehicles are AE81(1500), AE80(1300), CE80(1800Diesel). |
The sedan came with 4- and 5-door versions, and the latter came to be referred to as the liftback. The exterior design became more European, featuring a slant nose styling and matching non-standard-shaped headlamps. The front and rear bumpers were made of plastics rather than metal or polyurethane, and were integrated with the body. The fender mirrors were replaced with door mirrors, and an independent 4-wheel MacPherson strut front and rear suspension was employed. The transversely mounted engine could be chosen from 1.3-liter SOHC (2A-LU), 1.5-liter (3A-LU), 1.8-liter diesel (1C-LU), and 1.6-liter EFI (4A-ELU) units. The 1.6-liter model adopted an electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission for the first time in its vehicle class. The wagon and van were not fully renewed, and existing models continued to be manufactured, with the roof raised by 45 mm to increase the head clearance and cabin capacity.