| Grade | 1800_SE | 1600_ST | 1500_DX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model type & weight |
Model type | E-ST150-AEMEL | E-AT151-AEMSE | E-AT150-AEKDS |
| Curb mass(kg) | 990 | 930 | 910 | |
| Dimensions | Length(mm) | 4350 | 4335 | 4335 |
| Width(mm) | 1670 | 1670 | 1670 | |
| Height(mm) | 1365 | 1365 | 1365 | |
| Wheelbase(mm) | 2515 | 2515 | 2515 | |
| Engine | Engine code | 1S-iLU | 4A-ELU | 3A-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) | 1832 | 1587 | 1452 | |
| Max. output kW(PS)/r.p.m. | -/105/5400 | -/100/5600 | -/83/5600 |
| * | 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 ST150(1800), AT151(1600), AT150(1500), CT150(2000). |
The new sedan's body length was shorter than that of the preceding FR models and the wheelbase was only slightly longer, yet the cabin became more spacious thanks to the FF layout. The transversely-mounted engine could be chosen from three gasoline engines, including a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder SOHC unit (3A-U), a lean-burn 1.6-liter unit (4A-ELU), and a 1.8-liter unit with the first variable intake mechanism for a production engine (1S-iLU), or a 2-liter diesel (2C-L). The transmission options included 4- and 5-speed manual systems and 3- and 4-speed automatic systems. In August 1985, 1.6-liter and 2-liter sports twin-cam engines (4A-GELU and 3S-GEU) were also made available, while two FR-layout models (GT and coupé) were discontinued.
In May 1988, three other FR models (sedan, Surf, and van) were discontinued.