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Volkswagen Passat 1.5 D Variant

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 1.5 D Variant
Year1974
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1422 ccm (86.77 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1422 ccm (86.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power49.4 PS (36 kW or 49 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque85.00 Nm (8.7 kgf-m or 62.7 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression23.5:1
Bore x stroke76.5 x 80.0 mm (3.0 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0526 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight945 kg (2,083.4 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)
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