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1981 Toyota Celica ST Sport Coupe

The 1981 Toyota Celica ST Sport Coupe is a 96-hp coupe with a 5-speed manual overdrive standard; 4-speed automatic overdrive optional and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $6,689 MSRP.

It makes 96 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 129 lb-ft of torque.

The Celica measures 175.5 inches long on a 98.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,597 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$6,689 ($23,916 *)
Engine
Engine Type4-cylinder in-line, single overhead cam (Toyota 22R)
Horsepower96 hp @ 4,800 rpm
Torque129 lb-ft
Bore and Stroke92 x 89 mm
Injection TypeCarburetor (1)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-engine, rear-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual overdrive (W55) standard; 4-speed automatic overdrive (A40D) optional
Fuel Economy
Recommended FuelUnleaded gasoline only
Tank Capacity16.1 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut w/coil springs, stabilizer bar, double-acting shock absorbers
Rear Suspension4-link w/coil springs, lateral track bar, double-acting shock absorbers, and stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Rear Stabilizer BarYes
Brakes
Front Brake DiscPower-assisted front disc
Rear Brake DiscRear drum
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14x7 in
Wheels Rear14x7 in
Tires Front175SR14, steel belted radial ply, blackwall
Tires Rear175SR14, steel belted radial ply, blackwall
Dimensions & Weight
Length175.5 in
Width64.4 in
Height51.2 in
Wheelbase98.4 in
Front Track53.1 in
Rear Track53.7 in
Curb Weight2,597 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37 in
Headroom Rear37.3 in
Legroom Front41.2 in
Legroom Rear31.5 in
Shoulder Room Front52.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear50.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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