1979 Toyota Cressida Speaker Sizes
The 1979 Toyota Cressida speaker size chart provides factory specifications for replacement and aftermarket audio components. Information covers speaker locations within the vehicle, including front door panel and rear deck lid positions. Details support upgrade planning for the factory audio system with compatible aftermarket speakers based on original equipment specifications.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 5x7 | Full-Range |
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1979 Toyota Cressida Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 01979 Toyota Cressida 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 1979 Toyota Cressida front door panels accommodate 5.25-inch speakers, which can accept either midbass drivers or full-range units depending on system configuration preferences.
- Rear deck lid positions utilize 5x7-inch full-range speakers, providing oval-shaped mounting locations that differ from the circular front positions.
- Midbass drivers typically focus on reproducing mid and low frequencies between approximately 80Hz and 2kHz, while full-range speakers attempt to cover the entire audible spectrum from a single driver.
- The front door locations may benefit from component speaker systems where separate tweeters handle high frequencies, leaving the 5.25-inch drivers to focus on midbass response.
- Factory speakers in both locations likely lack the power handling and frequency response of aftermarket replacements, potentially limiting dynamic range and clarity.
- The 5x7-inch format in the rear deck provides additional cone area compared to round 5.25-inch speakers, which may offer slightly higher output capability.
- Single DIN radio compatibility indicates a standard 2-inch tall by 7-inch wide receiver opening, allowing straightforward head unit upgrades to modern units with enhanced amplification.
- Upgrading speakers without addressing amplification may yield modest improvements, as factory radio power outputs typically range between 10-15 watts RMS per channel.
- The door panel speakers often receive priority in upgrades since front-stage sound staging tends to provide better imaging and localization than rear-fill speakers.
- Coaxial full-range speakers offer simpler installation than component systems, integrating tweeters directly into the speaker frame rather than requiring separate mounting locations.