Toyota Pickup - 3rd Gen (1979 to 1983)

In 1979, the third generation of the Toyota Pickup brought a popular upgrade to the model: four-wheel drive. In addition, the truck was redesigned, and again the SR5 package was available along with a limited run of the "Mojave" variant in 1983. Engines for the US market were the 2.2L (20R) a a new 2.4L (22R) was introduced in 1981. Toyota would also provide a three-speed automatic and four or five-speed manual transmission choices. The third generation ended in 1983 and was succeeded by the 4th Gen Toyota Pickup.