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Volkswagen Golf II (3-door, facelift 1987) 1.8 (90 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Volkswagen Golf:
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car/small family car produced by the German automotive manufacturer Volkswagen since 1974, marketed worldwide across eight generations, in various body configurations and under various nameplates – including as the Volkswagen Rabbit in the United States and Canada , and as the Volkswagen Caribe in Mexico. Historically, the Golf is Volkswagen's best-selling model and is among the world's top three best-selling nameplates, with more than 35 million units sold as of 2019....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (3-door, facelift 1987) Overview:
Volkswagen Golf (II (3-door, facelift 1987)). With 142 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.5 l/100km). Weighing only 935 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.7 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 (90 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth and comfortable for urban driving, though the automatic transmission dulls the 90 Hp engine's potential.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for an automatic of its time, but less efficient than manual counterparts.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and reliable build quality
- • Wide range of engine options, from economical diesels to powerful GTIs
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Good aftermarket support and parts availability
- • Timeless design and strong enthusiast following
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • Basic interior comfort and features on lower trims
- • Performance of entry-level engines can be very modest
- • Rust can be an issue on older, unmaintained examples
- • Automatic transmissions can be sluggish and less efficient
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Cabrio: 1986 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Golf |
| Generation: | II (3-door, facelift 1987) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (90 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 50.5 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 142 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | RP More details about the engine RP |
| Engine displacement: | 1781 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 151.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 935 |
| Max. weight: | 1440 |
| Max load: | 505 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1145 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 330 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 470 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3985-4040 mm mm |
| Width: | 1665 mm mm |
| Height: | 1415 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2475 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1427 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1422 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Elastic beam |
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