Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1984 Cressida.
The 1984 Toyota Cressida uses a 4.9‑quart oil capacity with recommended viscosities of 15W‑40, 20W‑40 or 20W‑50 API SL and is paired with an automatic 4‑speed transmission that delivers EPA‑rated 18/22/19 mpg. Owner complaints total only two, centered on visibility, and the model experienced just two recalls. The recorded complaint years (1990‑1992) show a peak of seven complaints in 1991 and a decline to two in 1992. Thus, the 1984 model year precedes this low‑complaint period, indicating that early reliability concerns were limited.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Overall length | 186.2 in |
| Overall width | 66.5 in |
| Overall height | 54.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
| Curb weight | 3020 lb |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 55/45 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 18 / 22 / 19 mpg |
| Passenger volume | 86 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 13 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Cressida of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Sedan 2.8L I-6 | 8.70 sec | 16.60 sec | 145 hp | RWD |
| 1981 | Sedan 2.8L I-6 | 10.20 sec | 17.50 sec | 116 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.9 qt of 15W-40 / 20W-40 / 20W-50 API SL engine oil, GL-5 · 80W-90 in the differential.
| Differential Gear Oil | GL-5 · 80W-90 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.6 Pints |
| Engine Oil | ABOVE 10 degrees F |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.9 qt |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The federal record you provided covers 1990 through 1992, and it shows a modest rise in complaints from 5 in 1990 to 7 in 1991 before falling to 2 in 1992, with no recalls, investigations, or fire complaints during that span. Because the 1984 Cressida is not represented in those data, we cannot place it directly on that trend line. The only specific complaints logged for a 1984 model are a single visibility issue and a single seat‑belt concern, with no recorded crash or fire complaints. In the absence of a direct comparison, the 1984 model appears to have a very low complaint rate relative to the later years, suggesting it may be a solid choice—provided you confirm that the vehicle has been well maintained.
All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
VOLTAGE REGULATOR WHICH CONTROLS THE AMOUNT OF FLOW IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BETWEEN THE BATTERY AND THE ALTERNATOR, MAY HAVE MANUFACTURING ERRORS IN AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT. THE REGULATOR MAY OVERCHARGE THE BATTERY. Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR AT NO CHARGE.
OIL PRESSURE SENDER GAUGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE. CONTINUED ENGINE OPERATION UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURE AND HIGH PRESSURE MAY CAUSE THE SENDING UNIT TO LEAK OIL OR MAY CAUSE THE ENGINE TO LOCK UP. Remedy: REPLACEMENT OF THE OIL SENDER GAUGE WITHOUT COST TO THE OWNER.
Showing 5 of 17 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSB003220 | 2023-08-17 | Air Bags | TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or… |
| Toyota PRO19-02 | 2022-01-12 | Tires | POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all… |
| T-SB-0032-20 Rev | 2021-02-03 | Equipment | TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or… |
| T-SB-0304-17 Obs | 2020-04-07 | Equipment | TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see… |
| T-SB-0032-20 | 2020-04-06 | Equipment | TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service… |
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4.9 qt of ABOVE 10 degrees F 15W-40, 20W-40 OR 20W-50 API SL, ABOVE -10 degrees F 10W-30, 10W-40 OR 10W-50 API SL, BELOW 50 degrees F: 5W-30 API SL, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 18 city / 22 highway / 19 combined mpg.