1989 Dodge Dynasty Base
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All photo credits
- Photo: Dodge-Dynasty-Front by Ryanandlenny, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1991 Dodge Dynasty by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1991 Dodge Dynasty 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 93 Dodge Dynasty (14507608586) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge-Dynasty-Side-View by Ryanandlenny, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1989 Dodge Dynasty Base is a 100-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $12,500 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 100 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 135 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The Dynasty measures 192.0 inches long on a 104.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,992 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $12,500 ($32,762 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5L Chrysler I4 SOHC |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 100 hp @ 4,400 rpm |
| Torque | 135 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Throttle body fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic (A413) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 16 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14" |
| Wheels Rear | 14" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 192 in |
| Width | 68 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,992 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1989 Dodge Dynasty 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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Dodge DYNASTY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 27, 1989 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
THE ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKET MAY DISLOCATE AND ALLOW AN ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE GASKET.
Consequence: THE LEAKAGE OF OIL IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD CAUSEA FIRE.
Remedy: REPLACE GASKET COVER WITH REVISED COVER, AND RTV SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED IN PLACE OF A GASKET.
NHTSA campaign 89V237000
57 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1989 Dodge DYNASTY
Owner Complaints
57 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Dodge DYNASTY (1 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 20 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 16 |
| Hydraulic | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Steering | 5 |
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 1989 DODGE DYNASTY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.