VOLKSWAGEN
Volkswagen 181 Typ 181 (1968–1983) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1968 - 1983
Typ 181
Off Road Vehicle Cabriolet
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Quick Specs
Fuel
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Combined
Combined
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
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| AT | 1.5 | — | 44 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 1.6 | — | 44 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 1.6 | — | 46 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Volkswagen 181 Typ 181 overview
The Volkswagen 181 (Typ 181) is the 1st generation of the 181, built from 1968 to 1983. It is offered as an Off Road Vehicle Cabriolet with 3 engines (petrol), from 44 HP to 46 HP. The 1.6 (46 Hp) reaches a top speed of 109 km/h and is 3780 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen 181 have?
The Volkswagen 181 (Typ 181) has 44 HP to 46 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Boxer (44 HP), 1.5 Boxer (44 HP), 1.6 Boxer (46 HP).
What engines are available for the Volkswagen 181?
The Volkswagen 181 is available with 3 engines: 1.6 Boxer (44 HP, petrol), 1.5 Boxer (44 HP, petrol), 1.6 Boxer (46 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen 181?
The Volkswagen 181 is 3780 mm long, 1641 mm wide, 1621 mm tall, with a 2400 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volkswagen 181 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1968–1983 |
| Platform | VW Type 1 |
| Variant | 1.6 (46 Hp) |
| Body type | Off Road Vehicle Cabriolet |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 46 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
| Torque | 96 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2800 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 109 km/h |
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Engine
| Engine code | AD |
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| Displacement | 1584 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | boxer |
| Bore | 85.5 mm |
| Stroke | 69.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.3 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohv |
| Oil capacity | 2.5 L |
| Engine layout | Rear Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
Dimensions
| Length | 3780 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1641 mm |
| Height | 1621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm |
| Front track | 1354 mm |
| Rear track | 1384 mm |
| Boot space | 153 L |
| Ground clearance | 201 mm |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 900 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1340 kg |
| Max load | 440 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 11.2 L/100km |
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Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Trailing Arm Torsion |
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| Rear suspension | Trailing Arm Torsion |
| Front brakes | drum |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Worm Reduction Unit |
| Wheel rims | 5J x 14 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 19.6 kg/Hp, 51.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque | 9.4 kg/Nm, 106.7 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1968 |
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| End Of Production | 1983 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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