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1984Subcompact CarsRegular

1984 Toyota Tercel

EPA ID: 26776
30
City MPG
32
Combined MPG
32MPG· Excellent
35
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 1984 Toyota Tercel achieves an EPA-estimated 32 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 30 MPG in the city and 35 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with a manual 4-spd, this subcompact cars .

In terms of environmental impact, the 1984 Tercel produces approximately 278 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Tercel performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,850, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $1,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSubcompact Cars
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine1.5L 4-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionManual 4-spd
Drive TypeN/A

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions278 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score-1/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$1,850
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $1,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
32.1
Impact vs EPA
$-3
/ year
💨

Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$475/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$12,500
43.9%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$8,203
28.8%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$7,375
25.9%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.4%
Total 5-Year Cost$28,478

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #07E064000·2007-10-15
critical
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR INADEQUATELY TESTED WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LEAK.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A LEAKING FUEL PUMP COULD CREATE A VEHICLE FIRE HAZARD.

Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$1,850
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $1,500

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City30 MPG
Highway35 MPG
Combined32 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

55.5 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 69 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 4.6 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.