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Volkswagen Golf LS
General information | |
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| Model | Volkswagen Golf LS |
| Year | 1979 |
| Category | Midsize family cars |
| Rating | 55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Drive | Front wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, transverse |
| Displacement | 1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 95.00 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 8.2:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 75.0 x 72.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0755 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Hatchback |
| Max no. of doors | 5 |
| Passenger space | 3940 litres (1,041 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Front brakes | Disks |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 805 kg (1,774.7 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3820 mm (150.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 1620 mm (63.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1420 mm (55.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2410 mm (94.9 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 45.0 litres (11.89 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
