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Volkswagen Corrado 1.8

General information

ModelVolkswagen Corrado 1.8
Year1989
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.3 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
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power160.00 PS (118 kW or 158 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque225.00 Nm (22.9 kgf-m or 166.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1435 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4140 litres (1,094 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1115 kg (2,458.2 pounds)
Overall length4060 mm (159.8 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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