Toyota Corolla 5th generation (E8)
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Manufacturer | Toyota |
Model code | E80 |
Production | 1983–1987 |
Body style | 3/5-door hatchback (FX) |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive / rear-wheel-drive |
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Transmission | 4/5-speed manual |
Wheelbase | 2,430 mm (95.7 in) |
Length | 4,135 mm (162.8 in) |
Width | 1,635 mm (64.4 in) |
Height | 1,328 mm (52.3 in) |
Curb weight | 840–940 kg (1,852–2,072 lb) |
In May 1983, the Corolla E8 appeared with front-wheel drive and multi-link rear suspension as a four-door notchback and five-door hatchback. In October of the year followed the shorter, three- and five-door hatchback variants, which were called in Europe Corolla Compact. In the domestic market, the engine power ranged from 1.3 to 1.6 litres (60-95 kW / 81-130 hp).
In Germany, the E8 was offered as a sedan, compact and lift back. In the E8 Toyota offered at that time completely newly developed engines, which at the time were considered very economical. The entry-level engine was a 1.3-liter gasoline engine with 51 kW (69 hp) (2A), which was further developed with the facelift from 1985/86 and now 55 kW (75 hp) (2E m U-Kat) made. Alternatively, there was also a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with 62 kW (84 hp) (4A) and a 1.8-liter diesel with 47 kW (64 hp) (1C) to choose from, the latter came only with the facelift,
Model maintenance
In August 1985, the Corolla as a lift back and sedan were minimally modified by a facelift.
In the course of the facelift, the floor lights were pulled further into the mudguard and the radiator grille was modified. At the tailgate, the "Corolla" trim strip was now manufactured as a continuous reflective strip. Also, the license plate light above the plate was hidden (previously side) installed. The dashboard has now been extended with a storage compartment under the ashtray and the speedometer cover and some controls (rear window wiper, rear window heating, etc.) have been changed. Engine technology, the Corolla got the new 12 valve (1.3l 75PS (2E)) with U-KAT and a diesel (1.8l 64PS (1C)), the large 1.6l petrol engine was now available with G-KAT.
The last E8 ran in March 1987 by the band, as is well known in this country but until September 1987 copies registered as a new car.
In the US, the Chevrolet Nova from 1985, a sister model of the Corolla E8 on the market.
Coupés (AE85 / AE86)
Based on the previous models Toyota offered from the summer of 1983 again sporty Corolla models with rear-wheel drive. In Japan, these slant and notch coupes ran under the names Corolla Levin and Sprinter Trueno, in the US were called the cars Corolla GT-S or SR5.
In the home market was a OHC 1.5-liter with 62.5 kW (85 hp) and a 1.6-liter with two overhead camshafts and 95.5 kW (130 hp) for election. In North America, these engines produced 55 kW (75 hp) and 85 kW (115 hp).
In Europe, depending on the market, both or just one body variant was offered. 1983 under the name Corolla GT the notchback version with the 1.6-liter four-valve engine, which made 91 kW (124 hp) and from the end of 1985 with catalyst 85 kW (115 hp).
In July 1987 ended the production of the coupes.
Rating
Technical
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Engines:
- Gasoline engine with 1295 cc and 51 kW (69 hp; 2A)
- Gasoline engine with 1295 cc and 55 kW (75 hp, 2E UKat)
- Gasoline engine with 1587 cc and 62 kW (84 hp, 4A)
- Gasoline engine with 1587 cc and 64 kW (75 hp, 4A GKat)
- Gasoline engine with 1587 cc and 89 kW (121 hp, 4A-GE)
- Diesel engine with 1839 cc and 47 kW (64 hp, 1C)
1.3l
1.3l
1.6l
1.6l (G-KAT)
Construction period
05 / 1983-08 / 1985
09 / 1985-03 / 1987
05 / 1983-09 / 1985
10 / 1985-03 / 1987
Motor characteristics
engine type
gasoline engine
Number of valves per cylinder
2
3
2
2
valve control
SOHC, timing belt
SOHC, timing belt
SOHC, timing belt
SOHC, timing belt
mixture preparation
carburettor
engine charging
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cooling
water cooling
motor identification
2A-L
2E
4A-L
4A-L
Bore × stroke
76.0 mm × 71.4 mm
73.0 mm × 77.4 mm
81.0 mm × 77.0 mm
81.0 mm × 77.0 mm
capacity
1295 cc
1295 cc
1587 cc
1587 cc
compression ratio
9.3: 1
9.5: 1
9.3: 1
9.3: 1
Max. power
51 kW (69 hp)
at 6000 rpm55 kW (75 hp)
at 6200 rpm62 kW (84 hp)
at 5600 rpm55 kW (75 hp)
at 5600 rpmMax. torque
106 Nm
at 3600 rpm104 Nm
at 3600 rpm132 Nm
at 3600 rpm________________
115 Nm
at 2800 / min
130 Nm
at 3600 rpmpower transmission
drive
front-wheel drive
Gearbox, standard
5-speed manual transmission
Gear, optional
3-speed automatic
readings
maximum speed *
170 km / h.
170 km / h
~ 190 km / h
178 km / h
Acceleration, 0-100 km / h
k. A.
14.1 s
10.8 s
11.0 s
Fuel consumption per 100 km (combined) **
~ 6.5 l super
~ 6.5 l super
7.0 l super
7.0 l super
*: Real values of several E8 drivers
**: Real consumption from own experience of several E8 drivers, body shape: Lift back
Toyota 2E engine Technical details and specifications (1985-1999)
No. of cylinders 4/OHC
Capacity 1295 cc
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Compression ratio 9,5:1
Suitable for unleaded petrol Yes
Minimum octane rating 91 RON
Fuel system Make Aisan Type 21100-11150
Ignition coil Make Denso Type 90919
Distributor Make Denso No. 11030
Fuel system pressure 0,2-0,3 bar
Compression pressure 10-13 bar
Oil pressure 2,5-5,0 bar @ 3000 rpm
Radiator cap pressure 0,75-1,05 bar
Thermostat opens 80-84 °C
Starter motor Make Denso Type 1,0 kW
Maximum cranking amps 122-149 A
Alternator/Regulator Make Nippon Denso Type 45A
Regulated voltage 13,5-15,1V© Motor car History
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Toyota 2E engine Maintenance and Service Guide (1985-1999)
Distributor Contact breaker gap 0,45mm
Distributor Dwell angle 46-58° (51-64%)
Spark plugs Original equipment NGK Type BPR6EY-11
Spark plugs Electrode gap 1,1 mm
Spark plugs Tighten 18 Nm
Spark plugs Make Bosch Type WR8DCX
Spark plugs Make Champion Type RN9YCC4
Valve clearance -INLET 0,20mm check hot
Valve clearance -EXHAUST 0,20mm check hot
Drive belt tension - alternator 5-6mm
Engine oil grade - normal or moderate climate 10W/30 SAE or 10W/40 SAE
Engine oil grade - cold climate 5W/30 SAE
Engine oil grade - hot climate 20W/40 SAE
Engine oil change with filter 3,2 litres
Sump drain bolt tighten 25 Nm
Cooling system 4,6 litres
Cylinder head Tightening torques (Renew bolts No)
Stage 1 Tighten 29 Nm
Stage 2 Tighten 49 Nm
Stage 3 Tighten 90°Gearbox
5-speed manual gearbox: C150, C152 (turbo model)
Automatic transmission: A132
Manual gearbox oil grade 75W-90W SAE
Manual gearbox oil 2,4 litres
Automatic transmission fluid Type Dexron II
Automatic transmission fluid 2,2 litres
Differential front/Auto 1,4 (AT) litres
Differential oil grade - rear Dexron II© Motor car History