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Volkswagen Jetta Typ 1G (1983–1991) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 1983 - 1991 Typ 1G Sedan
Volkswagen Jetta
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Volkswagen Jetta Typ 1G overview

The Volkswagen Jetta (Typ 1G) is the 2nd generation of the Jetta, built from 1983 to 1991. It is offered as a Sedan with 10 engines (diesel, petrol), from 54 HP to 139 HP. The 1.8 16V (129 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.3 s, reaches a top speed of 196 km/h and is 4385 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Jetta have?

The Volkswagen Jetta (Typ 1G) has 54 HP to 139 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Ea827 (54 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (55 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (70 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (84 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (107 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (112 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (129 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (139 HP).

What engines are available for the Volkswagen Jetta?

The Volkswagen Jetta is available with 10 engines: 1.6 Ea827 (54 HP, diesel), 1.3 Ea111 (55 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (70 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (84 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (90 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).

What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Jetta?

The Volkswagen Jetta is 4385 mm long, 1675 mm wide, 1415 mm tall, with a 2475 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Jetta?

The Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 16V (129 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.3 s and has a top speed of 196 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Jetta II
Year 1983–1987
Platform VW A Platform / A2
Variant 1.8 16V (129 Hp)
Body type sedan
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 4

Power & torque

Power 129 HP
Power @ max rpm 5800 rpm
Torque 168 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 4250 rpm

Performance

Top speed 196 km/h
0–100 km/h 9.3 s
0–62 mph 9.3 s

Engine

Engine code PL
Displacement 1781 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 81.0 mm
Stroke 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 10
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 4.0 L
Coolant 6.3 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 4385 mm
Width 1675 mm
Height 1415 mm
Wheelbase 2475 mm
Front track 1425 mm
Rear track 1420 mm
Boot space 575 L

Mass

Kerb weight 1035 kg
Max weight 1495 kg
Max load 460 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 9.1 L/100km
Fuel urban 11.3 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 7.1 L/100km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Spring Loaded Rack
Rear suspension Spring Loaded Rack
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 185/70 R14
Wheel rims 14
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 8 kg/Hp, 124.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 6.2 kg/Nm, 162.3 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1983
End Of Production 1987

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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