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Volkswagen Golf
General information | |
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| Model | Volkswagen Golf |
| Year | 1974 |
| Category | Midsize family cars |
| Rating | 59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1469 ccm (89.64 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Fuel mixed driving | 6.4 litres/100 km (36.75 miles per gallon) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Drive | Front wheels |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, transverse |
| Displacement | 1469 ccm (89.64 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 114.00 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.1 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min. |
| Bore x stroke | 76.5 x 80.0 mm (3.0 x 3.1 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 156.0 km/h (96.9 mph) |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 14.0 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0830 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Max no. of doors | 5 |
| Passenger space | 3940 litres (1,041 gallons) |
| Cargo space | 347 litres (92 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 11 m (429.1 inches) |
| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 855 kg (1,885.0 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3710 mm (146.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 1620 mm (63.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1420 mm (55.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2340 mm (92.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 45.0 litres (11.89 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| CO2 emissions | 138.0 g/km |
