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Volkswagen Polo Coupe

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo Coupe
Year1984
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1043 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1043 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power39.00 PS (29 kW or 38 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque74.00 Nm (7.5 kgf-m or 54.6 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 59.0 mm (3.0 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0557 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3680 litres (972 gallons)
Cargo space288 litres (76 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight700 kg (1,543.2 pounds)
Overall length3660 mm (144.1 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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