1989 Dodge Diplomat Salon
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- Photo: 1981 Dodge Diplomat coupe, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1980-1983 Dodge Diplomat 1 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1980-1983 Dodge Diplomat 2 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Brown Diplomat Right Side by Ryanandlenny, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1981 Dodge Diplomat coupe, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1989 Dodge Diplomat Salon is a 140-hp 5.2-liter V8 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $12,500 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 140 horsepower at 3,600 rpm and 265 lb-ft of torque at 1600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The Diplomat measures 204.0 inches long on a 112.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,581 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $12,500 ($32,762 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.2L (318 cid) OHV V8 |
| Displacement | 5.2 L |
| Horsepower | 140 hp @ 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 265 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 99.2 x 84.1 mm (3.906 x 3.312 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | 2-barrel carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic (TorqueFlite A999) |
| 1st Gear | 2.74 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.54 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| Final Drive | 2.26 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15" |
| Wheels Rear | 15" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 204 in |
| Width | 72 in |
| Height | 55 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,581 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1989 Dodge Diplomat Salon 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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Dodge DIPLOMAT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 8, 1991 · STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
THE STEERING WHEEL MAY CRACK AT ITS MOUNTING HUB WELD ATTACHMENT BECAUSE OF FATIGUE LOADING AND EVENTUALLY SEPARATE FROM THE HUB.
Consequence: SEPARATION OF THE STEERING WHEEL FROM ITS MOUNTING HUBRESULTS IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUTWARNING.
Remedy: REPLACE STEERING WHEELS WITH REVISED WHEEL WITH ARC WELDS ADDED AT THE WHEEL STAMPING-TO-HUB ATTACHMENT.
NHTSA campaign 91V051000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1989 DODGE DIPLOMAT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.