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1979 Toyota Celica ST Sport Coupe

The 1979 Toyota Celica ST Sport Coupe is a 90-hp coupe with a 5-speed manual overdrive standard; 3-speed automatic optional and rear-wheel drive.

It makes 90 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 122 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 5,500 rpm redline.

The Celica measures 173.6 inches long on a 98.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,480 lb.

Spec Value
Engine
Engine Type2189cc 4-cylinder in-line, single overhead cam (Toyota 20R)
Horsepower90 hp @ 4,800 rpm
Torque122 lb-ft
Redline5,500 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-engine, rear-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual overdrive standard; 3-speed automatic optional
Fuel Economy
Recommended FuelUnleaded fuel only
Tank Capacity16.1 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut w/coil springs, stabilizer bar, double-acting shock absorbers
Rear SuspensionFour-bar link w/coil springs, lateral track bar, double-acting shock absorbers
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Brakes
Front Brake DiscPower-assisted front disc
Rear Brake DiscRear drum
Tires & Wheels
Tires Front175SR14, steel belted radial ply
Tires Rear175SR14, steel belted radial ply
Dimensions & Weight
Length173.6 in
Width64.4 in
Height51.2 in
Wheelbase98.4 in
Front Track53.1 in
Rear Track53.7 in
Cargo Volume9 ft³
Curb Weight2,480 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.1 in
Headroom Rear37.3 in
Legroom Front41.2 in
Legroom Rear31.5 in
Shoulder Room Front52.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear50.9 in
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