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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8

General information

ModelVolkswagen Jetta 1.8
Year1984
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power111.00 PS (82 kW or 109 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque158.00 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.5 ft.lbs) at 3100 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke81.1 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1168 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks

Dimensions and weight

Weight950 kg (2,094.4 pounds)
Overall length4320 mm (170.1 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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