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Volkswagen Golf 1.8 Cabriolet

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.8 Cabriolet
Year1981
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power90.7 PS (67 kW or 89 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0768 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1185 kg (2,612.5 pounds)
Overall length3820 mm (150.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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