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Volkswagen Golf G 60

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf G 60
Year1990
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power162.9 PS (120 kW or 161 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
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed216.0 km/h (134.2 mph)
0-60 miles8.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1515 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1077 kg (2,374.4 pounds)
Overall length3990 mm (157.1 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
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