The 1989 Dodge DIPLOMAT, the latest model year on record, is 204.7″ long, 72.4″ wide and 55.1″ tall on a 112.6″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,580 lb. At 17.1 ft it fits a standard garage but overhangs an 18-foot street space.
Every Dodge DIPLOMAT generation, measured
The biggest change in length came in 1989, when the new car was 1.2″ shorter than the 1985–1988 one. Weight has barely moved: every generation weighs between 3,558 and 3,635 lb.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977–1984 | 205.1″ | 73.2″ | 54.3″ | 112.6″ | 3,635 lb |
| 1985–1988 | 205.9″ | 73.2″ | 55.5″ | 112.6″ | 3,558 lb |
| 1989 | 204.7″ | 72.4″ | 55.1″ | 112.6″ | 3,580 lb |
DIPLOMAT year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 204.7″ | 72.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1988 | 204.7″ | 71.3″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1987 | 204.7″ | 72.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1986 | 204.7″ | 72.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1985 | 205.9″ | 73.2″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1984 | 205.9″ | 74.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1983 | 205.9″ | 74.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1982 | 205.5″ | 74.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1981 | 205.5″ | 74″ | 112.6″ | 3 | |
| 1980 | 203.9″ | 74″ | 111.4″ | 3 | |
| 1979 | 203.9″ | 73.2″ | 112.6″ | 3 | |
| 1978 | 203.9″ | 73.2″ | 112.6″ | 3 | |
| 1977 | 205.1″ | 73.2″ | 112.6″ | 2 |
Will a DIPLOMAT fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 17.1 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 17.1 ft | Overhangs — expect a tight squeeze |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 548 cars within 10″ of its length, the DIPLOMAT is lighter than 85% and has a shorter wheelbase than 81%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 548 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 72.4″ | 75.6″ | −3.2″ |
| Wheelbase | 112.6″ | 118.1″ | −5.5″ |
| Curb weight | 3,580 lb | 4,405 lb | −825 lb |
DIPLOMAT against its rivals
Next to the Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE, the DIPLOMAT is the shortest and the lightest of the two.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge DIPLOMAT (this car) | 1989 | 204.7″ | 72.4″ | 3,580 lb |
| Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE | 1989 | 206.7″ | 72.4″ | 3,770 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 1989 DIPLOMAT bigger than the 1988?
No. The 1989 and 1988 DIPLOMAT are the same size, within half an inch and 13 lb of each other.
Which DIPLOMAT years share the same body?
By our measurements the body changed in 1985 and 1989. Model years inside each range, such as 1989, share the same dimensions; the boundaries are estimated from changes in size.
Which is bigger, the DIPLOMAT or the Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE?
The 1989 Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE is 2.0″ longer and 190 lb heavier than the 1989 DIPLOMAT.
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