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Mercury Topaz Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1983–1987) — First Generation

The first-generation Mercury Topaz arrived as a compact Coupe and Sedan with a straightforward gasoline powertrain and front-wheel drive. Here is how those choices feel when you drive one.

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Mercury Topaz Engines and Transmissions

The Mercury Topaz engine in these examples is a 2.3-liter gasoline unit sending power to the front wheels. On the Coupe you can choose a manual or automatic transmission; the Sedan example here uses the automatic. Either drivetrain stays simple for commuting and everyday errands.

Coupe — Mercury Topaz Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Mercury Topaz Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.3 MTGasoline2307 cm³97 hp71 kW174 N⋅mManualFWD
2.3 ATGasoline2307 cm³97 hp71 kW174 N⋅mAutomaticFWD

Sedan — Mercury Topaz Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Mercury Topaz Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.3 ATGasoline2307 cm³97 hp71 kW174 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.3 MTGasoline2307 cm³97 hp71 kW174 N⋅mManualFWD

Mercury Topaz Dimensions

Coupe — Mercury Topaz Dimensions

Coupe Mercury Topaz Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightGround clearance, minimum
2.3 MT4490 mm1735 mm1340 mm2540 mm1150 kg130 mm
2.3 AT4490 mm1735 mm1340 mm2540 mmNot provided130 mm

Sedan — Mercury Topaz Dimensions

Sedan Mercury Topaz Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightGround clearance, minimum
2.3 AT4490 mm1735 mm1340 mm2540 mmNot provided130 mm
2.3 MT4490 mm1735 mm1340 mm2540 mm1175 kg130 mm

Mercury Topaz Cargo Space

Coupe — Mercury Topaz Cargo Space

Coupe Mercury Topaz Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
2.3 MT375 l
2.3 AT375 l

Sedan — Mercury Topaz Cargo Space

Sedan Mercury Topaz Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
2.3 AT365 l
2.3 MT365 l