Volkswagen Golf Golf I Cabrio
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Volkswagen - Golf I Cabrio

Details-
BrandVolkswagen
ModelGolf
GenerationGolf I Cabrio
ModificationGLi 1.6 (110 Hp)
Start Of ProductionMarch, 1979
End Of ProductionAugust, 1982

Performance

None

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10.2 sec
Max Speed172 km/h 106.88 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet offers a compact and agile driving experience, with a spacious interior and a powerful engine. Its sleek design and impressive handling make it a popular choice among enthusiasts.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCabriolet
Seats4
Doors2
Length3815 mm 150.2 in.
Width1630 mm 64.17 in.
Height1395 mm 54.92 in.
Wheelbase2398 mm 94.41 in.
Front Track1404 mm 55.28 in.
Rear Track1372 mm 54.02 in.
Min Turning Circle10.3 m 33.79 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance117 mm 4.61 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car in question is a Golf model that runs on petrol (gasoline). Its urban fuel consumption is 11.2 l/100 km (21 US mpg, 25.22 UK mpg, 8.93 km/l) and its extra-urban fuel consumption is 7.1 l/100 km (33.13 US mpg, 39.79 UK mpg, 14.08 km/l).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban11.2 l/100 km 21 US mpg 25.22 UK mpg 8.93 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban7.1 l/100 km 33.13 US mpg 39.79 UK mpg 14.08 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Volkswagen Golf boasts a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine producing 110 horsepower and 140 Nm of torque. It features a manual transmission and front-wheel drive. Known for its agility and handling, the Golf offers a balanced driving experience.

Specs-
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power110 Hp @ 6100 rpm.
Power Per Litre69.3 Hp/l
Torque140 Nm @ 5000 rpm. 103.26 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeEG
Engine Displacement1588 cm3 96.91 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Piston Stroke80 mm 3.15 in.
Compression Ratio9.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 l 3.7 US qt | 3.08 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-40 / VW 500 00 10W-40, 15W-40 / VW 501 01
Coolant4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionTransverse stabilizer, Trailing arm

Brakes

The car in question is a Golf model with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear. It has a steering rack and pinion system, and comes with tires of size 175/70 R13 and wheel rims of size 5.5J x 13.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size5.5J x 13

Weight & Capacity

The car in question is a Golf with a weight-to-power ratio of 8.5 kg/Hp (117 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.7 kg/Nm (148.9 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 940 kg (2072.35 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1270 kg (2799.87 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 330 kg (727.53 lbs.). The trunk or boot space is no less than 220 l (7.77 cu. ft.), and the fuel tank can hold up to 40 l (10.57 US gal | 8.8 UK gal). The car can tow a trailer of up to 1200 kg (2645.55 lbs.) with brakes and 400 kg (881.85 lbs.) without brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio8.5 kg/Hp, 117 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.7 kg/Nm, 148.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight940 kg 2072.35 lbs.
Max Weight1270 kg 2799.87 lbs.
Max Load330 kg 727.53 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum220 l 7.77 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity40 l 10.57 US gal | 8.8 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes400 kg 881.85 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf I Cabrio

This car uses petrol (gasoline).

Fuel efficiency information is not in the given spec sheet.

Cargo capacity information is not in the given spec sheet.

Standard feature list is not in the given spec sheet.

10.2 seconds

172 km/h (106.88 mph)

The Golf accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds, making it a decent performer.

The urban fuel consumption of this car is 11.2 l/100 km (21 US mpg, 25.22 UK mpg, 8.93 km/l).

The extra-urban fuel consumption of this car is 7.1 l/100 km (33.13 US mpg, 39.79 UK mpg, 14.08 km/l).

Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specs.

Top speed information is not in the given specs.

Safety feature information is not in the given specs.

The car has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear.

The car has a steering rack and pinion system.

The car has tires of size 175/70 R13 and wheel rims of size 5.5J x 13.

The Volkswagen Golf is available in both petrol and diesel fuel types.

Yes, the Volkswagen Golf has a reputation for being a reliable car with low maintenance costs.

The Volkswagen Golf is a 5-seater car, making it ideal for small families or groups of friends.

The weight-to-power ratio of this car is 8.5 kg/Hp (117 Hp/tonne).

This car can tow a trailer of up to 1200 kg (2645.55 lbs.) with brakes.

The trunk or boot space of this car is no less than 220 l (7.77 cu. ft.).