The Chrysler Daytona Base for 1991: Improving on 1990
Posted: April 30, 2009 in 1991, Chrysler, Daytona | Tags: Base, Canada market, Chrysler Daytona, U/K, U/K-DoorThe restyled Daytona Base is equipped with a OEM 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 12 valves. The engine is paired with a N/A 4-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chrysler.
The Daytona uses drum-assisted brakes, with ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a -steering -style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The Daytona is 179.20 inches long, 69.30 inches wide, and 50.30 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 97.20 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.
A powertrain warranty is provided (50,000* miles/36* months), and a 50,000* mile, 60* month guarantee also comes with the Chrysler Daytona. This is standard for the price range.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $10,565 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1991 Daytona is a OEM design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a system and is a fuel-injected design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 14.00 gallons.
The 1991 Daytona gets 34 miles/gallon on the highway and only 24 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.
We Think…
There are several reasons why the Chrysler Daytona Base sold well in 1991. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chrysler, specifically a Daytona.