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Volkswagen Passat 1.5 D

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 1.5 D
Year1973
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1471 ccm (89.76 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1471 ccm (89.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power50.00 PS (37 kW or 49 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque82.00 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression23.5:1
Bore x stroke76.6 x 80.0 mm (3.0 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0546 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight915 kg (2,017.2 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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