Audi Coupe 1983 1.8 petrol description
Coupe Audi Coupe 1983 GT 1.8 has been produced from October, 1986 to January, 1988. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 137 Nm (Newton metres) on 3250 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Audi Coupe 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.
Audi Coupe 1983 GT 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi Coupe 1983 GT 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 172 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Audi Coupe 1983 GT 1.8 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.3 litres per 100km (12 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Audi Coupe 1983 - 1988 version. Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Audi is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Audi Coupe fuel consumption.

Audi Coupe 1983 GT 1.8 technical data
Model: | Audi Coupe GT 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 1986. October ... 1988. January | ||
Engine: | 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 90 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 137 NM ON 3250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 172 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.3 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.7 l/100km (27 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres (18 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.42m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.35m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1440 kg |
Audi Coupe 1983 GT 1.8 engine JN
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1781 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Audi Coupe 1983 GT 1.8 oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts) |
Power | 90 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 - 145 NM ON 3250 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1984 |
Duration of production | 7 years |
Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Audi 80 |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Audi Coupe coupe [1983 - 1988] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi Coupe 1985 1.8
Jan 1985 — Oct 1986 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | - | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi Coupe 1986 GT 1.8
Oct 1986 — Jan 1988 Most fuel efficient version |
1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi Coupe 1985 1.8 Jan 1985 — Oct 1986 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | - | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi Coupe 1983 GT 2.0 Sep 1983 — Oct 1986 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi Coupe 1983 GT 2.0 Sep 1983 — Oct 1986 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | - | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi Coupe 1986 GT 2.2 Oct 1986 — Jan 1988 | 2.2 Petrol | 116 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi Coupe 1986 Quattro 2.2 4x4 Oct 1986 — Jan 1988 | 2.2 Petrol | 120 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi Coupe 1984 GT 2.2
Oct 1984 — Oct 1986 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds |
2.2 Petrol | 138 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi Coupe 1984 Quattro 2.2 Oct 1984 — Oct 1986 | 2.2 Petrol | 138 HP | - | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi Coupe 1984 GT 2.2 Oct 1984 — Oct 1986 | 2.2 Petrol | 138 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |