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Volkswagen Golf 1.6 D

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.6 D
Year1980
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power54.00 PS (40 kW or 53 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) at 2300 Rev. per min.
Compression23.0:1
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0617 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3860 litres (1,020 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight875 kg (1,929.0 pounds)
Overall length3830 mm (150.8 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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