1987 Dodge Lancer Speaker Sizes
The 1987 Dodge Lancer factory audio system locations include the dashboard, which accommodates a 3.5 inch speaker size. Furthermore, the front door panel will accept 5.25 inch speakers, and the rear deck lid can support 6x9 inch units. Full-range and midbass units serve as compatible speaker types for a replacement or upgrade.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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1987 Dodge Lancer Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 01987 Dodge Lancer Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1987 Dodge Lancer features three distinct speaker locations with varying sizes, suggesting a tiered replacement approach based on listening priorities and acoustic contribution to the cabin environment.
- Dashboard speakers at 3.5 inches are limited to full-range types, which typically handle mid and high frequencies but may lack low-end extension compared to larger drivers.
- Front door panel positions accommodate 5.25 inch speakers with compatibility for both midbass and full-range types, offering flexibility in system configuration depending on whether dedicated frequency separation or single-driver solutions are preferred.
- The rear deck lid location accepts 6x9 inch speakers in full-range configuration, a size that generally provides broader frequency response and higher sensitivity compared to smaller round speakers.
- Replacing rear deck speakers first might yield noticeable sound improvement due to the larger cone area and potential output capability of 6x9 inch drivers relative to the factory components.
- Full-range speakers in all three locations would maintain a simpler system architecture without requiring external crossovers or amplification for frequency distribution.
- The midbass option for front door panels could support a component speaker setup where dashboard speakers handle higher frequencies while doors focus on midrange and upper bass reproduction.
- Single DIN radio compatibility in the 1987 Dodge Lancer indicates a standard opening size that accommodates most aftermarket head units without additional adapters or modifications to the dash structure.
- Power handling and sensitivity specifications of replacement speakers would influence perceived volume and clarity improvements over original equipment, though these parameters are not specified in the size information.
- Mounting depth requirements for each location are not provided but would determine which specific speaker models fit without interference from door mechanisms, window regulators, or deck lid structures.