1987 Dodge Lancer Base
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- Photo: 1988 dodge lancer es turbo by Ruben de Rijcke, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge Lancer (18158240400) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge Lancer (18159790889) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Yellow Dodge Lancer by I-slice at English Wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 88 Dodge Lancer LE Back by Ruben de Rijcke, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1987 Dodge Lancer Base is a 97-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $10,292 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 97 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 122 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The Lancer measures 180.0 inches long on a 103.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,646 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $10,292 ($29,445 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2L SOHC I4 (EFI) |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 97 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 122 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Throttle-body electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14" |
| Wheels Rear | 14" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180 in |
| Width | 68 in |
| Height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 103 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,646 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1987 Dodge Lancer 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
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Dodge LANCER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 14, 2008 · SUSPENSION
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
NHTSA campaign 08E033000
Mar 20, 1989 · PARKING BRAKE
PARKING BRAKE MECHANISM COMPONENT MAY DISENGAGE.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF PARKING BRAKE FUNCTION;ALSO, LOOSE COMPONENT COULD JAM IN THE PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY.
Remedy: REPLACE PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY.
NHTSA campaign 89V038000
Jul 1, 1988 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR IN LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OPERATION AT CONNECTIONS OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL SUPPLY HOSE TO THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND TO THE FUEL RAIL.
Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE COULDRESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: RELOCATE PRESSURE REGULATOR; REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY WITH FORMED HOSE WITH REVISED ROUTING CONFIGURATION TO ENSURE SEALING INTEGRITY.
NHTSA campaign 88V105000
8 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Dodge LANCER
Owner Complaints
8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Dodge LANCER (3 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel System | 4 |
| Gasoline | 4 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Hydraulic | 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 1987 DODGE LANCER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.