Light a Candle

Car-Catalogue » Volkswagen » Volkswagen Rabbit

Volkswagen Rabbit 1.6 D

General information

ModelVolkswagen Rabbit 1.6 D
Year1980
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60.7 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
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power52.00 PS (38 kW or 51 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque96.00 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke76.5 x 86.4 mm (3.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0598 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3860 litres (1,020 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight870 kg (1,918.0 pounds)
Overall length3950 mm (155.5 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Light a Candle