Turbodiesel to Power Toyota Vista and Camry

TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION is now offering Vista and Camry models with an 1800cc turbocharged diesel engine. These new Vista and Camry front-wheel-drive cars went on sale in Japan on Aug. 18 at Toyota's Vista and Corolla dealers.

Since their introduction in March 1982, the Vista and Camry have been rated highly for their solid performance characteristics, excellent fuel economy, roomy interior, and superior driveability―the fruits of Toyota's dedicated pursuit of the advantages of front-wheel drive.

The 1800cc turbodiesel is equipped with the newly developed 1C Turbodiesel―FF (1C-TL 4-cylinder 1839cc type), which has carried diesel engine economy and turbo power performance to a new pinnacle of excellence. The new cars are the first FF turbodiesel passenger cars in Japan.

Main Features

1. 1C Turbodiesel―FF Engine

   The transversely mounted 1C Turbodiesel―FF engine is a 4-cylinder, 1839cc unit, equipped with its own turbocharger. This high-performance turbocharger, produced by Toyota, is extremely compact and designed to provide sufficient boost even at low speeds. The pistons are made of an advanced ceramic alloy with superior heat and wear resistance. The combination of these and other top-quality components has resulted in a high-performance, quiet-running diesel with excellent fuel economy.

2. Outstanding Power

   The 1C Turbodiesel―FF has a maximum output of 80hp/4,500 rpm and maximum torque of 15.5 kg-m/2,400 rpm, placing it in the top ranks of the 1800cc diesel class. Acceleration is fully comparable to that of a gasoline-engine car due to the light Vista and Camry bodies and high engine output.

3. Superior Fuel Economy

   Along with power, the new models are notable for their excellent fuel economy. Over a set course at 60km/hr, they achieved 31.0km/L (Ministry of Transport notification values) with a five-speed manual transmission.

4. Whisper-Quiet Ride

   Various measures have been taken to reduce vibration and noise, both inside and outside the car. Chief among these are

   1. Noise insulation on the inside engine compartment walls to isolate engine noise, and
   2. Two submufflers to reduce exhaust noise.

Specifications of the 1800 Turbodiesel Vista and Camry models are as follows