Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 (gen 3)
Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 has been produced from January, 1992 to August, 1995. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 126 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 280 000 and 480 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Golf 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 168 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 fuel consumption is 6.9 litres per 100km (14.5 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Golf fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf 1.6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1992. January ... 1995. August | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 75 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 126 NM ON 2400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 168 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 (combined) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.02m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 engine ABU
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 | 1598 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.9 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.3 : 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 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
| Power | 75 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 NM ON 2400 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1992 |
| Duration of production | 2 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Vento Seat Ibiza |
All Volkswagen Golf hatchback [1992 - 1997] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.4 Jan 1992 — Aug 1995 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1995 1.4
Aug 1995 — Nov 1997 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.6 Jan 1992 — Aug 1995 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1995 1.6 Aug 1995 — Nov 1997 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 Jan 1997 — Nov 1997 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 Jan 1997 — Nov 1997 | 1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.8 Syncro 4x4 Sep 1993 — Jan 1997 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.9 Diesel
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1995 1.9 SDI
Jun 1995 — Nov 1997 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1992 1.9 TD | 1.9 Diesel | 75 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 TDI
Sep 1993 — Nov 1997 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1996 1.9 TDI Mar 1996 — Nov 1997 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1996 1.9 TDI
Aug 1996 — Nov 1997 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1996 1.9 TDI
Aug 1996 — Nov 1997 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1992 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1996 2.0 Mar 1996 — Nov 1997 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1992 2.0 GTI 16V Jan 1992 — Jan 1997 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1992 2.8 VR6 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 10.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 2.8 VR6 Jan 1993 — Nov 1997 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1995 2.9 VR6 Syncro 4x4
Aug 1995 — Jan 1997 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.9 Petrol | 190 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |