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Volkswagen Golf II (5-door, facelift 1987) 1.6 D (54 Hp) Automatic
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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 (5-door, facelift 1987) Overview:
Volkswagen Golf (II (5-door, facelift 1987)). With 100 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.9 l/100km). Weighing only 960 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 22.9 s). The top speed reaches 143 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.
1.6 D (54 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Extremely slow acceleration, making it suitable only for very relaxed city driving.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, but the automatic transmission slightly impacts efficiency and significantly impacts performance.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust build quality
- • Wide range of reliable engines
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Engaging driving dynamics (especially GTI models)
- • Strong aftermarket support and classic appeal
Cons:
- • Dated safety features (pre-Euro NCAP)
- • Basic interior on lower trims
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Some engines are underpowered for modern traffic
- • GTI models are becoming expensive
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Cabrio: 1986 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Golf |
| Generation: | II (5-door, facelift 1987) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 D (54 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 54 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 34 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 100 Nm @ 2300-2900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | JP More details about the engine JP |
| Engine displacement: | 1588 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 23:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 22.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 22.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 143 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.8 kg/Hp, 56.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.6 kg/Nm, 104.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 21.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 960 |
| Max. weight: | 1465 |
| Max load: | 505 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1145 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 330 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 480 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 | 155/65 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Elastic beam |
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