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Volkswagen Jetta CL TD

General information

ModelVolkswagen Jetta CL TD
Year1985
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating50 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, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque133.00 Nm (13.6 kgf-m or 98.1 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression23.0:1
Bore x stroke76.5 x 86.4 mm (3.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed161.0 km/h (100.0 mph)
0-60 miles13.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0726 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight978 kg (2,156.1 pounds)
Overall length4320 mm (170.1 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
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