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Not Your Mother’s Shadow - The 1991 Dodge Shadow America

Dodge has been blessed with many award-winning designs, including the Dodge Shadow of 1991. There are three trim levels to the Shadow, including High Line, America, and ES. The America version is one of the more popular options. Like in 1990 the popular 2.2 liter has made this a popular choice for hatchback buyers around the world.

Dodge Shadow Engine Specs

The restyled Shadow America is equipped with a Chrysler 2.2-liter 4-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 8 valves. The engine is paired with a Chrysler 3-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Dodge.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Shadow has power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Shadow America Statistics

The dimensions of the Shadow America are 67.30 inches wide by 171.70 inches long. It sits a comfortable 53.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 97.20 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 1991 (MSRP) was $9,003, with an invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Hatchback.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1991 Shadow is a traditional TBI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected TBI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 14.00 gallons.

The Shadow America received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty three in-city driving and thirty when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Dodge Shadow America 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 Dodge, specifically a Shadow.