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Volkswagen Santana CX

General information

ModelVolkswagen Santana CX
Year1981
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating50.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1296 ccm (79.08 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1296 ccm (79.08 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke75.1 x 73.4 mm (3.0 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles10.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0630 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3860 litres (1,020 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight965 kg (2,127.5 pounds)
Overall length4550 mm (179.1 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2560 mm (100.8 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)
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