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Volkswagen Passat Variant

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat Variant
Year1984
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating52.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1297 ccm (79.14 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1297 ccm (79.14 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 73.4 mm (3.0 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0647 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4280 litres (1,131 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight942 kg (2,076.8 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheelbase2560 mm (100.8 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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