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Toyota Paseo L5 1.5 16V (90 Hp)
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Toyota Paseo:
The Toyota Paseo in Japan and other regions) is a sports-styled subcompact car sold from 1991 until 1999 by Toyota and was directly based on the Tercel. It was available as a coupé and in later models as a convertible. Toyota stopped selling the car in the United States in 1997, however the car continued to be sold in Canada, Europe and Japan until 1999. The Paseo, like the Tercel, shares a platform with the Starlet. Several parts are interchangeable between the three....(Read more on Wikipedia)
L5 Overview:
Toyota Paseo (L5). With 130 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 995 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Paseo L5 was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. As a vehicle from the mid-90s, it would likely feature basic safety equipment, common for its era, but lack modern active and passive safety systems.
1.5 16V (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5L 16V engine provides adequate performance for daily driving and light spirited cruising, offering a good balance of responsiveness and efficiency for its class.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 6.6 l/100 km, this engine is quite economical, making it a cost-effective choice for commuters and budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy for its class
- • Toyota's renowned reliability and low maintenance costs
- • Lightweight and agile handling
- • Affordable purchase and running costs
- • Simple and robust mechanicals
Cons:
- • Modest performance, not a true sports car
- • Basic interior features and materials
- • Limited rear passenger space
- • Lack of modern safety features (common for its era)
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(L4: 1991 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Paseo |
| Generation: | L5 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 16V (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 60.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 130 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 995 |
| Max. weight: | 1385 |
| Max load: | 390 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 277 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4160 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Width: | 1660 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1290 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2380 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1405 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1395 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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