Volkswagen Passat 1981 Hatchback
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This generation of Volkswagen Passat has been produced from August, 1981 to January, 1985. We can provide information about 7 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.
This Volkswagen (VW) is available with five petrol engines with displacement from 1.3 to 1.9 litres and power of from 55 to 115 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement 1.6 litres and power of from 54 to 70 horsepower.
The car is available with only with manual gearbox.
Volkswagen Passat 1981 hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.9 to 9.2 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 6.2 to 6.7 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Passat 1981 hatchback petrol engine version is Volkswagen Passat 1.8, consuming 7.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Volkswagen Passat 1981 hatchback diesel - Volkswagen Passat 1.6 Turbo Diesel for 100 kilometers consumes 6.2 liters of diesel.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 10.9 seconds has Volkswagen Passat 1.9 version, conversely the tardiest one is Volkswagen Passat 1.6 Diesel reaching this speed only in 20.5 seconds. The maximum top speed is 188 km/h for the 1.9 petrol 115 hp version (Volkswagen Passat 1.9).
Lenght of Volkswagen Passat is 450 cm, it is decent size car. Volkswagen Passat gross weight is from 850 to 1200 kg (depending on modification), which is about 12 percent lighter than the average for this age and class.
This Volkswagen (VW) is very cheap for its class - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 500 €. Users calculated Volkswagen Passat 1981 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1800 € cost per year and 0.28 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 37%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 32% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Volkswagen Passat for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Volkswagen Passat prices and costs.
Volkswagen Passat modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Passat 1981 1.3 Aug 1981 — Aug 1984 | 1.3 Petrol | 55 HP | 8.6 l/100km |
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Volkswagen Passat 1981 1.6
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 9.0 l/100km |
| Volkswagen Passat 1981 1.6 Aug 1981 — Mai 1983 | 1.6 Petrol | 85 HP | - |
| Volkswagen Passat 1981 1.6 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | 54 HP | 6.7 l/100km |
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Volkswagen Passat 1982 1.6 Turbo Diesel
Aug 1982 — Jan 1985 Most powerfull diesel version (70 HP) |
1.6 Diesel | 70 HP | 6.2 l/100km |
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Volkswagen Passat 1983 1.8
Mai 1983 — Jan 1985 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.9 l/100km |
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Volkswagen Passat 1981 1.9
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.9 seconds |
1.9 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.2 l/100km |
Volkswagen Passat prices
Volkswagen Passat 1981 - 1985 hatchback price in Latvia is from 200 € to 700 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Volkswagen Passat price is very low - Volkswagen Passat is approximately for 79 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 1981 - 1985 prices). Despite of relatively low price Volkswagen Passat quality is above average (see below), so this Volkswagen (VW) can be a good buy.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Passat 1984 price | 200 € | 500 € | 700 € | |
| Volkswagen Passat 1983 price | 500 € | 500 € | 500 € | |
| Volkswagen Passat 1982 price | 400 € | 500 € | 600 € |
Volkswagen Passat total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Volkswagen Passat? Users calculated Volkswagen Passat 1981 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1800 € cost per year and 0.28 € cost per one kilometer.
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Volkswagen Passat 1981 hatchback features (options)
Percentage of Volkswagen Passat with corresponding feature (option)
50% Metallic paint
50% Roof bars (railings)
43%
Volkswagen Passat 1981 hatchback photo images
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Volkswagen Passat reviews
Total 142 Volkswagen Passat owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 1996 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 400`000 kilometers (22 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Simple design. The "native" (1.6 D) engine was very robust, but now, in the spirit of the times, a modified 1.9 TDI is fitted. It sits very well on the road and, more importantly, on slippery and icy roads. Capable and high-capacity
Cons: The original optics were lousy, but when I put on the other lights, everything was fine.