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Vauxhall Astra 1.8

General information

ModelVauxhall Astra 1.8
Year1983
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power116.00 PS (85 kW or 114 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque148.00 Nm (15.1 kgf-m or 109.2 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1296 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight900 kg (1,984.2 pounds)
Overall length4010 mm (157.9 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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