The Dodge Dynasty is a mid-size four-door sedan that was marketed by the Dodge division of Chrysler Corporation from 1988 until 1993 model years. Serving as the direct successor of the Dodge 600 sedan, the Dynasty was slotted between the Dodge Spirit and Dodge Monaco in the Dodge sedan line.
30-571: One of the largest Chrysler K-car variants, the Dynasty used the front-wheel drive Chrysler C/AC platform , sharing its body with the 1988–1993 Chrysler New Yorker . The 1990 through 1993 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue and Chrysler Imperial share the platform with the Dynasty/New Yorker, but use an extended-wheelbase chassis, denoted the Chrysler Y platform (the longest-wheelbase sedan variant of
60-469: A more advanced MPFI setup. The MPFI 2.5 improved performance and driveability, as well as achieved cleaner emissions than its TBI counterpart, but was not used in the U.S., Canadian, or rest-of-world export markets except on turbocharged and FFV models. The Chrysler Spirit with MPFI 2.5 L engine was sold in Mexico from 1991 through 1995, and was exported to Argentina and Brazil from 1993 through 1995. It
90-424: A one-two punch of federal regulation and skyrocketing gas prices, Chrysler's sales dipped and production ended in 1978. The "C" name was revived as the basis of Chrysler's new K-based mid-size front wheel drive cars. Cars that used the front wheel drive C: Dodge Spirit The Dodge Spirit is a midsize automobile marketed by Dodge from the 1989 to the 1995 model years. The singular successor of
120-475: A stainless steel exhaust system and a tamper-proof odometer. The 1988 LE models featured rear headrests, which were deleted for 1989-1993. Early production models (1988-1990) featured standard cornering lamps and a remote fuel door release even on base trim models. The base models lost cornering lamps for 1991, and the LE models lost them for 1992. All models (1988-1993) featured power locks that automatically locked when
150-565: A torsion bar front suspension design. In 1969, Chrysler redesigned the C-Body platform to incorporate its new “Fuselage” styling that brought the upper and lower sections of body into one uniformly shaped design, in turn changing the look of all the models. This new C-Body design saw Chrysler ditching the last stylistic remnants of the early-to-mid 1960s in favor of a more contemporary silhouette. These emphasized luxury over performance. However, due to economic turmoil and an auto industry reeling from
180-675: The BMW M5 . It could reach 60 mph (97 km/h) in 5.8 seconds, according to Car and Driver , making it one of the quickest front wheel drive cars ever offered in the American market. It was chosen as Motor Trend magazine's "Domestic Sport Sedan of the Year", beating the Ford Taurus SHO for 1991 and 1992. All R/Ts were built in Mexico. A total of 1,208 were sold in the U.S. in 1991 – 774 in red and 434 in white. An additional 191 were sold in
210-750: The Dodge Aries , Dodge Lancer , and the Dodge 600 (initially marketed alongside the former), the Spirit was slotted between the Shadow and the Dynasty within the Dodge product line. In contrast to its predecessors, the Spirit was sold exclusively as a four-door notchback sedan. The Spirit used the Chrysler AA platform , an extended-wheelbase variation of the Chrysler K platform . A design used across all three Chrysler divisions,
240-465: The Dodge Stratus replaced the Spirit. The Spirit could accommodate six people with an optional front split-bench seat. It had a solid-beam rear axle, and a MacPherson strut front suspension. The Spirit differed from the other A-bodies primarily in the grille and rear lamp styling, and in the availability of a sportier, higher-performing R/T version. The base engine for Spirit and Spirit LE models
270-634: The Lee Iacocca -dictated styling was boxy and conservative compared to more aerodynamically styled competitors such as the Ford Taurus and the Chevrolet Lumina . When the new front-wheel-drive Chrysler Corporation C-body cars (Dynasty and New Yorker) debuted for the 1988 model year, they were the first mass-produced cars in the world to have a fully multiplexed, fiber-optic wiring buss connecting all electronic accessories and controllers, which greatly reduced
300-413: The 2.5 L engine. In 1993, 1994, and 1995, a flexible-fuel Spirit was offered, powered by a 107 hp (80 kW; 108 PS) multipoint fuel injected version of the 2.5 L engine specially modified to run on fuel containing up to 85% methanol . The R/T version came with a powerful 2.2 L (135 cu in) DOHC turbo III with cylinder head engineered and made by Lotus . This engine
330-577: The 3.0 L in 1988. The 1988 3.0 L V6 models with TorqueFlite transmission were rated at 18 city / 24 highway MPG. The 1989-1990 Ultradrive-equipped models came with a 2.36:1 axle ratio, which was revised to 2.52:1 for 1991 to 1993. EPA mileage ratings were 21 city/25 highway MPG with the four-cylinder and three-speed TorqueFlite transmission. In 1989 the EPA rating for the 3.0/Ultradrive power-train changed to 18 city / 26 highway MPG. The new electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission , known as
SECTION 10
#1732870093226360-747: The Chrysler Dynasty featured a unique grille. In Canada, four-cylinder and V6 engines were offered; only V6 engines were offered in Mexico. Rebadged models, mostly from Japanese or Korean manufacturers – Rebadged Chrysler/Plymouth models for external markets Chrysler C platform#1988 Chrysler 's C platform was the basis for rear wheel drive full-size cars from 1965 to 1978. Although often misclassified, 1964 and earlier full-size Chrysler products, and 1966 and earlier Imperials are not C-bodies. C-bodies were built between 1965 and 1978. They had wheelbases ranging from 119 to 124 inches, they were generally loaded with features, and all C-Body cars used
390-724: The Dodge brand at the time was used only on trucks. The Spirit was introduced in the Mexican market for 1990, one year after its début in the U.S. and Canada. The 1990-1991 Mexican versions were equipped with the U.S. market Plymouth Acclaim tail lights. The initial 1990-model Spirits used a version of the 2.5 L engine operating on leaded gasoline , equipped with a carburetor , a tubular exhaust header , and electronic control of ignition timing. This induction and ignition system used technology and components very similar to those employed in Chrysler's U.S.-market Lean Burn emission control systems of
420-683: The K-car). Chrysler assembled the Dodge Dynasty at its Belvidere Assembly Plant facility ( Belvidere, Illinois ) alongside the Chrysler New Yorker, New Yorker Fifth Avenue, and Imperial. The final vehicle was produced on May 28, 1993. For the 1993 model year, Dodge introduced the Dodge Intrepid as its largest sedan line, replacing both the Dynasty and the Monaco. Although it was fairly popular,
450-580: The Spirit was marketed with alongside the Plymouth Acclaim and the 1990-1994 Chrysler LeBaron sedan. The model line was exported to Europe under the Chrysler Saratoga nameplate. Chrysler assembled the Spirit alongside the Acclaim and LeBaron sedan at Newark Assembly ( Newark, Delaware ) and Toluca Car Assembly ( Toluca , Mexico ). The final example was produced on December 9, 1994. For 1995,
480-529: The Spirit. The Spirit ES and R/T featured Eurocast (also called Snowflake ) alloy wheels through 1991. For 1992, the Turbo Blade wheel was introduced. Some of the alloy wheels were color-keyed to the vehicle body: Starting in 1993, the Spirit was offered with a Gold package similar to that offered on the 1993-94 Plymouth Acclaim and Dodge Caravan / Plymouth Voyager minivans. This included goldtone-trimmed alloy wheels and gold pinstripes. The Gold package
510-635: The U.S. in 1992 – 92 red, 68 white, and 31 silver. The only discernible changes for 1992 were a lower first gear ratio for reduced turbo lag , woodgrain dashboard trim as used on the Chrysler LeBaron sedan, blacked-out upper and lower grille inserts, clear rather than amber lenses for the front parking and turn signal lights, and a speedometer calibrated to 150 mph (240 km/h) rather than 120 mph (190 km/h). Spirits were marketed in Mexico . They were badged as Chryslers rather than Dodges, since
540-601: The Ultradrive or A604 ( List of Chrysler transmissions ), debuted in 1989, and became the sole transmission for V6 models through the 1993 final production year of the Dynasty. In 1989 the EPA rating for the 3.0/Ultradrive power-train changed to 18 city / 26 highway MPG. The new 3.3 L V6 engine for 1990, with the Ultradrive transmission, was rated at 19 city/ 26 highway MPG. The Dynasty was offered in Base (1988-1993), Premium (1988 only), LE (1988-1993), and Brougham trim levels,
570-472: The amount and weight of wiring harnesses in the car. A 2.5 L inline-4 Chrysler engine (base model only), a Mitsubishi -sourced 3.0 L V6 , the 6G72 engine, and a Chrysler -built 3.3 L V6 were available. The 3.0 engine is a non-interference engine. The 3.3 L V6 was not available until 1990. The four-cylinder came equipped with a TorqueFlite three-speed automatic transmission (the A413), as did
600-444: The car's speed exceeded 15 miles per hour. Leather seats were optional on the LE models, but very few were so equipped. Also available were load-leveling suspension, 14-inch alloy wheels, wire wheel covers, an illuminated entry system, Infinity stereo with equalizer and power antenna, power trunk pull-down, dual 6-way power seats, with memory available for driver's seat, and power outside mirrors. In Canada and Mexico, Chrysler marketed
630-459: The electronic four-speed A604 overdrive automatic, which became optional equipment in 1992 and remained optional until 1995. The three-speed Torqueflite automatic was the most popular installation on 4-cylinder Spirits, and was also standard equipment with the V6 engine from 1992 through 1995. A 5-speed manual was offered with the V6 engine in the smaller Shadow , but this combination was not available in
SECTION 20
#1732870093226660-538: The late-1970s. For the 1991 model year , Mexico enacted new-vehicle emission regulations similar to those in the U.S. and Canada. The carbureted leaded-fuel engine was too dirty to comply with the new regulations, so a fully integrated engine management system with fuel injection was added to the Spirit. This was not the TBI system used in the U.S., Canada, and Europe . Rather, the Mexican-market Spirits came with
690-469: The latter offered on LE models, adding a padded "landau" vinyl roof (1992-1993). Most Dynasty models were equipped with V6 engines, and four-cylinder engines were marketed to fleets. All were equipped with a driver's side airbag starting in 1990. A Bendix anti-lock braking system (including 4-wheel disc brakes) (note 2 anti-lock systems were used on C/AC cars Bendix & bosch) was available on V6 models during those years as well. The 1993 models featured
720-896: The model line under the Chrysler Dynasty nameplate. Chrysler of Canada replaced the Dodge 600 with the Dodge Spirit , with the Chrysler Dynasty replacing the Chrysler LeBaron GTS hatchback (and ultimately, the Dodge Diplomat, as the Dodge Monaco was not marketed in Canada). Within the model line, the Dynasty was slotted between the LeBaron sedan and the New Yorker. Largely identical to the base-trim Chrysler New Yorker Salon introduced in 1990,
750-565: The same 2.2 L 16-valve DOHC engine that was used in the American-market from 1991 to 1992 R/T with a 5-speed manual transmission. More options and higher equipment levels were available in Mexico, including leather upholstery, sunroof, and 16-inch alloy wheels, none of which was offered on the R/T in America. In addition, Mexican-market R/Ts could be ordered in a variety of different colors, not just
780-522: Was a 2.5 L (150 cu in) TBI 4-cylinder engine producing 100 hp (75 kW; 101 PS). Optional on all models except the Spirit R/T was a 141 hp (105 kW; 143 PS), 3.0 L (180 cu in) L V6 made by Mitsubishi . Also available in 1989 through 1992—and standard equipment on the Spirit ES—was a 150 hp (112 kW; 152 PS) turbocharged version of
810-486: Was a heavy-duty A568 5-speed manual transmission built by Chrysler's New Process Gear division, with a gearset supplied by Getrag . Heavy-duty vented four wheel disc brakes were standard equipment, with optional anti-lock brakes . Color-keyed 15-inch alloy wheels were standard, with P205/60R15 tires. At the time, the R/T was advertised as "the fastest sedan made in America", and one of the quickest performance sedans under $ 40,000, with Chrysler placing its performance above
840-623: Was available with both 4- and 6-cylinder models, with certain body colors. In 1991, Chrysler introduced the Spirit R/T , featuring a version of the 2.2 L engine with a 16-valve DOHC head designed by Lotus , who won a design competition against Maserati and Hans Hermann. Fed by a Garrett intercooled turbocharger , the Turbo III engine produced 224 hp (167 kW; 227 PS) and 217 lb⋅ft (294 N⋅m). The R/T also featured unique interior and exterior trims. The only transmission
870-579: Was employed by the Argentine police in Buenos Aires . Chrysler de Mexico also sold two versions of the Spirit R/T. The base R/T, sold from 1991 through 1995, used a Mexico-only 168 hp (125 kW; 170 PS) intercooled Turbo II version of the 8-valve SOHC 2.5 L engine and the 3-speed A413 automatic transmission. These R/Ts were used by Mexican police departments. The top-line R/T. called "R/T DOHC", available from 1992 through 1993, came with
900-505: Was rated at 224 hp (167 kW; 227 PS) and 217 lb⋅ft (294 N⋅m). Several five-speed manual transmissions were available with the naturally aspirated and turbocharged 4-cylinder engines, but relatively few Spirits were equipped with manual transmissions. All the Spirit R/Ts came with the A-568 heavy-duty 5-speed manual transmission. From 1989 to 1991, all V6 Spirits came with
#225774