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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 1.8 GTI 16V (139 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6 s, reaches a top speed of 208 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, 1405 mm tall, with a 2475 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Golf?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.8 GTI 16V (139 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6 s and has a top speed of 208 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Golf II 3-door
Year 1986–1987
Platform VW A Platform / A2
Variant 1.8 GTI 16V (139 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 3

Power & torque

Power 139 HP
Power @ max rpm 6100 rpm
Torque 168 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 4600 rpm

Performance

Top speed 208 km/h
0–100 km/h 8.6 s
0–62 mph 8.6 s

Engine

Engine code KR
Displacement 1781 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 81.0 mm
Stroke 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 8
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Oil capacity 4.0 L
Coolant 5.5 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 5
Gearbox code 020
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 3985 mm
Width 1665 mm
Height 1405 mm
Wheelbase 2475 mm
Boot space 320 L
Turning circle 10.5 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1035 kg
Max weight 1400 kg
Max load 365 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 8.6 L/100km
Fuel urban 11.0 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 7.0 L/100km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson
Rear suspension Coil Spring
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 185/55 R15
Wheel rims 6.5J x 15

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 7.4 kg/Hp, 134.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 6.2 kg/Nm, 162.3 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1986
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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