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Volkswagen Passat

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat
Year1979
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque95.00 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke75.0 x 72.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0682 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Dimensions and weight

Weight880 kg (1,940.1 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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