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Volkswagen Passat Variant

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat Variant
Year1974
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1271 ccm (77.56 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1271 ccm (77.56 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque94.00 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 72.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0661 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight920 kg (2,028.3 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)
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