I had an 80 Dasher diesel. Same engine.
It's a converted gas engine. Not built strong like a Mercedes.
Has a timing belt, interference engine. I believe it has 46hp.
Needs a 5spd. AC really bogs it down.
FWD is a plus for winter. I always got 42-44mpg. Fun to drive once you get it revved up. Don't remember the injection details. Mine blew a head gasket and I got rid of it.