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Volkswagen Golf

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf
Year1979
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1093 ccm (66.69 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1093 ccm (66.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power51.4 PS (38 kW or 51 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque79.00 Nm (8.1 kgf-m or 58.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke69.5 x 72.0 mm (2.7 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0689 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight750 kg (1,653.5 pounds)
Overall length3830 mm (150.8 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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