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Volkswagen Golf Typ 19E/1G1 (1983–1991) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 1983 - 1991 Typ 19E/1G1 Hatchback
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Volkswagen Golf Typ 19E/1G1 overview

The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 19E/1G1) is the 2nd generation of the Golf, built from 1983 to 1991. It is offered as a Hatchback with 17 engines (petrol, diesel), from 45 HP to 160 HP. The 1.6 D (54 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 18.7 s, reaches a top speed of 148 km/h and is 3985 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Golf have?

The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 19E/1G1) has 45 HP to 160 HP, depending on the engine: 1.0 Ea111 (45 HP), 1.0 Ea111 (50 HP), 1.6 Ea086 (54 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (55 HP), 1.6 Ea086 (60 HP), 1.6 Ea086 (70 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (70 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP), 1.6 Ea086 (80 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (84 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (98 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (107 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (112 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (129 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (139 HP), 1.8 G60 (160 HP).

What engines are available for the Volkswagen Golf?

The Volkswagen Golf is available with 17 engines: 1.0 Ea111 (45 HP, petrol), 1.0 Ea111 (50 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea086 (54 HP, diesel), 1.3 Ea111 (55 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea086 (60 HP, diesel), 1.6 Ea086 (70 HP, diesel), 1.6 Ea827 (70 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea086 (80 HP, diesel), 1.8 Ea827 (84 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (98 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (107 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (112 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (129 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (139 HP, petrol), 1.8 G60 (160 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Golf?

The Volkswagen Golf is 3985 mm long, 1665 mm wide, 1415 mm tall, with a 2475 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Golf?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 D (54 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 18.7 s and has a top speed of 148 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Golf II 5-door
Year 1983–1987
Platform VW A Platform / A2
Variant 1.6 D (54 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Diesel
Seats 5
Doors 5

Power & torque

Power 54 HP
Power @ max rpm 4800 rpm
Torque 100 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 2300 rpm

Performance

Top speed 148 km/h
0–100 km/h 18.7 s
0–62 mph 18.7 s

Engine

Engine code JK
Displacement 1588 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 76.5 mm
Stroke 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 23
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Precombustion Chamber Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain sohc
Oil capacity 4.0 L
Coolant 16.0 L
Engine layout Front Transverse

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Front Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type manual
Gears 4
Gearbox code 020
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 3985 mm
Width 1665 mm
Height 1415 mm
Wheelbase 2475 mm
Front track 1413 mm
Rear track 1408 mm
Boot space 345 – 1145 L
Ground clearance 120 mm
Turning circle 10.5 m

Mass

Kerb weight 920 kg
Max weight 1430 kg
Max load 510 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel urban 6.3 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 4.8 L/100km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson
Rear suspension Elastic Beam
Front brakes disc
Rear brakes drum
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Tire size 155/65 R13
Wheel rims 5J x 13

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 17 kg/Hp, 58.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 9.2 kg/Nm, 108.7 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1983
End Of Production 1987
Front Overhang 810
Rear Overhang 700

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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