1987 Ford Taurus Speaker Sizes
The 1987 Ford Taurus factory audio system features dashboard and front door panel locations that accommodate 3.5 inch and 5.25 inch units respectively, while the rear deck lid supports a 6x8 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for a replacement and upgrade include full-range and midbass units.
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 | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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1987 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus stock speaker configuration includes three separate locations with differing size requirements, suggesting a tiered replacement approach based on listening priorities and available budget allocation.
- Dashboard speakers at 3.5 inches typically handle mid to high frequency reproduction, while the front door panel 5.25 inch positions could accommodate either dedicated midbass drivers or full-range units depending on system design goals.
- Rear deck lid speakers utilize 6x8 inch oval form factors, which generally provide increased cone area compared to round 6.5 inch alternatives, potentially offering improved bass response within space constraints.
- The midbass compatibility notation for front door panels indicates these locations may benefit from component system installations, where separate woofers and tweeters divide frequency responsibilities rather than relying on single full-range drivers.
- Replacing front door speakers first tends to yield noticeable improvements in overall sound quality, as these positions sit closest to front occupants and handle critical midrange frequencies where most vocal and instrumental content resides.
- Full-range speaker options across all three locations suggest factory audio design prioritized simplicity over specialized frequency handling, leaving room for aftermarket upgrades to address specific sonic deficiencies.
- The single DIN radio opening allows for head unit replacement with units featuring enhanced power output, equalization controls, and source options that could complement speaker upgrades.
- Oval rear deck speakers may present fewer direct replacement options compared to standard round sizes, potentially requiring adapter brackets or consideration of mounting alternatives during upgrade planning.