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Volkswagen Passat L Estate Diesel

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat L Estate Diesel
Year1979
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1471 ccm (89.76 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1471 ccm (89.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power50.70 PS (37 kW or 50 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque82.00 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression23.5:1
Bore x stroke76.6 x 80.0 mm (3.0 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0537 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight945 kg (2,083.4 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)
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