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Volkswagen Golf GTS

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf GTS
Year1983
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1780 ccm (108.62 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1780 ccm (108.62 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power89.20 PS (66 kW or 88 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed179.0 km/h (111.2 mph)
0-50 miles7.0 seconds
0-60 miles9.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0991 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight900 kg (1,984.2 pounds)
Overall length3990 mm (157.1 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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