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Volkswagen Passat GLS Estate

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat GLS Estate
Year1980
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power86.20 PS (63 kW or 85 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque126.00 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0937 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
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight920 kg (2,028.3 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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