Toyota Corolla Overview (1983 - 1987)

This generation of the Toyota Corolla was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Toyota between 1983 - 1987. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and came as a sedan, coupé or hatchback. There are many power levels available from either a 1.8 L Inline 4 diesel engine or 1.3 L Inline 4 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension. However, some models have macpherson strut suspension front and rear.

Performance Pick



Toyota Corolla GT 16v Compact

(1985 - 1987)

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If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Corolla is the Toyota Corolla GT 16v Compact which scores 2.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 119 hp and a power/weight ratio of 17.79 lb/hp it has a top speed of 122 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.9 seconds.

Practicality Pick



Toyota Corolla Compact Diesel

(1986 - 1987)

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If you're more interested in practicality, then the Toyota Corolla Compact Diesel is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 565 miles.