1982 Mazda GLC Base
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- Photo: 1985 Mazda Familia (23572090529) by Riley from Christchurch, New Zealand, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1980 Mazda Familia 1.5 XG (BD) at the TMS 2009-2 by PekePON, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1980 Mazda Familia 1.5 XG (BD) at the TMS 2009-1 by PekePON, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazda E-BD1051 Familia 1500XL (22100713203) by 先従隗始, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazda E-BD1051 Familia 1500XL (22100713204) by 先従隗始, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1982 Mazda GLC Base is a 68-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $5,295 MSRP.
It makes 68 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 82 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm.
The GLC measures 159.0 inches long on a 93.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 1,889 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $5,295 ($17,833 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.5L SOHC Inline-4 (E5) |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 68 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 82 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 77 x 80 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Manual |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13 in |
| Wheels Rear | 13 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 159 in |
| Width | 64 in |
| Height | 54 in |
| Wheelbase | 93.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 1,889 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1982 Mazda GLC Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1982 Mazda GLC. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 23, 1985 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
FITTING OF THE BALL JOINT BETWEEN THE CRUISE CONTROL LEVER AND THE CONNECTING ROD MAY BE TIGHT CAUSING BINDING WHICH AFFECTS THE THROTTLE RETURN ACTION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: BINDING OF THE CRUISE CONTROL CONNECTING ROD COULD RESULT IN UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE THE CONNECTING ROD WITH ONE DESIGNED ESPECIALLY FOR THIS MODEL AND YEAR.
NHTSA campaign 85V136000
Sep 4, 1985 · STEERING
IN CERTAIN HIGH SALT AREAS, THE IDLER ARM IS EXPOSED TO ROAD SALT WHICH CAUSES THE DUST SEAL TO DETERIORATE RESULTING IN IDLER ARM PIN CORROSION. THIS CAUSES THE PIN TO FREEZE AND BREAK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A BROKEN IDLER ARM PIN COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE PIN WITH ONE OF IMPROVED CORROSION RESISTANT QUALITY.
NHTSA campaign 85V108000
Aug 8, 1984 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
REAR LAMPS DO NOT MEET THE MAXIMUM INTENSITY REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT". THE LAMPS PRODUCE TOO MUCH LIGHT.
Remedy: LIGHT BULBS WILL BE REPLACED WITH THE CORRECT TYPE AND THE LABEL THAT SPECIFIES THE REPLACEMENT PART WILL BE CHANGED.
NHTSA campaign 84V088000
May 10, 1983 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
ANCHORAGE BOLT MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY REINSTALLED AFTER VEHICLE REPAIR. THE BOLT COULD LOOSEN DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION.
Remedy: UPON INSPECTION, ALL IMPROPERLY INSTALLED BOLTS WILL BE REMOVED AND REINSTALLED CORRECTLY.
NHTSA campaign 83V052000
3 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1982 Mazda GLC
Owner Complaints
3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1982 Mazda GLC. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1982 MAZDA GLC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.