Audi 80 1990 1.9 TDI

Audi 80 1990 1.9 diesel description

Sedan Audi 80 1990 1.9 TDI has been produced from October, 1991 to January, 1995. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 202 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 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 and turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 400 000 and 670 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Audi 80 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Audi 80 1990 1.9 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi 80 1990 1.9 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 177 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi 80 1990 1.9 TDI fuel consumption is 5.3 litres per 100km (18.9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Audi 80 1990 - 1995 versions. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1240 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 5.7 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi 80 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Audi 80 versions - with automatic gearbox (Audi 80 1991 1.9 TDI AT), and with automatic gearbox (Audi 80 1993 1.9 TDI AT) available:
  • Audi 80 1991 1.9 TDI AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.1 seconds later (in 14.7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 6.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.7 litres per 100 km or 30 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km
  • Audi 80 1993 1.9 TDI AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.1 seconds later (in 14.7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 6.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.7 litres per 100 km or 30 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km
Audi 80 1990

Audi 80 1990 1.9 TDI technical data

Model: Audi 80 1.9 TDI
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1991. October ... 1995. January 
Engine: 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 90 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 202 NM ON 1900 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 177 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.3 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 5.7 l/100km (41.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres (17.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.48m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.41m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters
Trunk capacity: 430 litres
Trunk max capacity: 710 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1730 kg

Audi 80 1990 1.9 TDI engine 1Z

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 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 1896 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 79.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 95.5 mm
Compression ratio 19.5 : 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 80 1990 1.9 TDI oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 90 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 202 NM ON 1900 RPM
Engine manufacturer Volkswagen (VW)
Start of production (year) 1991
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1994 onwards.

Engine also used on Volkswagen Golf Audi A4 Audi A6 Volkswagen Vento Seat Alhambra and 4 other models

All Audi 80 sedan [1990 - 1995] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Audi 80 1990 1.6 Jan 1990 — Dec 1991

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 70 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1992 1.6 E Mar 1992 — Jul 1994 1.6 Petrol 71 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1993 1.6 E Jan 1993 — Dec 1995 1.6 Petrol 101 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 1.9 TD Jan 1991 — Dec 1995 1.9 Diesel 75 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 1.9 TD Oct 1991 — Jan 1995 1.9 Diesel 75 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 1.9 TDI Jan 1991 — Dec 1995

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 90 HP 5.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 1.9 TDI Oct 1991 — Jan 1995

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 90 HP 5.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 1.9 TDI Jan 1991 — Dec 1995 1.9 Diesel 90 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi 80 1993 1.9 TDI Aug 1993 — Jan 1995 1.9 Diesel 90 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E Oct 1991 — Jan 1995 2.0 Petrol 90 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E Oct 1991 — Jan 1995 2.0 Petrol 90 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E 4x4 Jan 1991 — Dec 1995 2.0 Petrol 115 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E Oct 1991 — Jan 1995 2.0 Petrol 116 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E Oct 1991 — Jan 1995 2.0 Petrol 116 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E 16V Jan 1991 — Dec 1993 2.0 Petrol 137 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E 16V Jan 1991 — Dec 1993 2.0 Petrol 137 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E 16V 4x4 Jan 1991 — Dec 1993 2.0 Petrol 137 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E 16V Jan 1991 — Dec 1995 2.0 Petrol 140 HP 9.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.0 E 16V 4x4 Jan 1991 — Dec 1995 2.0 Petrol 140 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.3 E Oct 1991 — Jan 1995 2.3 Petrol 133 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.3 E Oct 1991 — Jan 1995 2.3 Petrol 133 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.3 E Quattro 4x4 Oct 1991 — Aug 1992 2.3 Petrol 133 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi 80 1992 2.6 E Aug 1992 — Jan 1995 2.6 Petrol 150 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1992 2.6 E Aug 1992 — Jan 1995 2.6 Petrol 150 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi 80 1992 2.6 E Quattro 4x4 Aug 1992 — Jan 1995 2.6 Petrol 150 HP 10.3 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.8 E Oct 1991 — Jan 1995

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds

2.8 Petrol 174 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.8 E Oct 1991 — Jan 1995 2.8 Petrol 174 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi 80 1991 2.8 E Quattro 4x4 Oct 1991 — Jan 1995

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds

2.8 Petrol 174 HP 10.2 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
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