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1983 — 1987 · hatchback

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1983

About this generation

A compact front-wheel-drive hatchback that radically changed the famous model's philosophy.

The fifth-generation Charger came as a complete surprise to fans: it was a compact front-wheel-drive hatchback built on the L-body platform. Despite the modest performance of base versions, the model was offered in sportier trims, including the turbocharged Shelby Charger, which showcased decent performance. This car was the company's attempt to survive in the era of fuel crises and shifting market priorities, completely breaking with the legacy of the powerful V8s of previous decades.

Specifications

2449 mm96.4 in

Wheelbase

Petrol

1.6 MT4

1.6 l 4-speed manual FWD

1983–1986

Torque: 117 Nm (86 lb-ft)
Displacement: 1592 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: Peugeot 6J
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 995 kg (2194 lb)
Fuel tank: 49 l (12.9 gal US)

1.6 MT5

1.6 l 5-speed manual FWD

1983–1986

Torque: 117 Nm (86 lb-ft)
Displacement: 1592 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: Peugeot 6J
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1005 kg (2216 lb)
Fuel tank: 49 l (12.9 gal US)

1.6 AT3

1.6 l 3-speed automatic FWD

1983–1986

Torque: 117 Nm (86 lb-ft)
Displacement: 1592 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: Peugeot 6J
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1025 kg (2260 lb)
Fuel tank: 49 l (12.9 gal US)

2.2 MT4

2.2 l 4-speed manual FWD

1983–1985

Torque: 150 Nm (111 lb-ft)
Displacement: 2213 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: Chrysler K 2.2
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1045 kg (2304 lb)
Fuel tank: 49 l (12.9 gal US)

2.2 MT5

2.2 l 5-speed manual FWD

Torque: 161 Nm (119 lb-ft)
Displacement: 2213 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: Chrysler K 2.2
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1060 kg (2337 lb)
Fuel tank: 49 l (12.9 gal US)

2.2 AT3

2.2 l 3-speed automatic FWD

Torque: 161 Nm (119 lb-ft)
Displacement: 2213 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: Chrysler K 2.2
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1080 kg (2381 lb)
Fuel tank: 49 l (12.9 gal US)

2.2 Shelby HO MT5

2.2 l 5-speed manual FWD

1983–1984

Torque: 172 Nm (127 lb-ft)
Displacement: 2213 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: Chrysler K 2.2 High Output
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1075 kg (2370 lb)
Fuel tank: 49 l (12.9 gal US)

2.2 Turbo I MT5

2.2 l 5-speed manual FWD

1985–1987

Torque: 228 Nm (168 lb-ft)
Displacement: 2213 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: Turbo I
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1130 kg (2491 lb)
Fuel tank: 49 l (12.9 gal US)

2.2 Turbo II GLHS MT5

2.2 l 5-speed manual FWD

1987–1987

Torque: 237 Nm (175 lb-ft)
Top speed: 217 km/h (135 mph)
Displacement: 2213 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: Turbo II
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1145 kg (2524 lb)
Fuel tank: 49 l (12.9 gal US)

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