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Volkswagen Golf 1.8 GL

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.8 GL
Year1991
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 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 power91.30 PS (67 kW or 90 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
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 speed172.0 km/h (106.9 mph)
0-50 miles9.0 seconds
0-60 miles12.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0842 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4020 litres (1,062 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1084 kg (2,389.8 pounds)
Overall length4030 mm (158.7 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 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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