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Volkswagen Passat

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat
Year1986
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating47.3 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
Seats4
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1297 ccm (79.14 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke75.0 x 72.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0588 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4360 litres (1,152 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1026 kg (2,261.9 pounds)
Overall length4540 mm (178.7 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2560 mm (100.8 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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