Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 Syncro
Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.8 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 Syncro has been produced from August, 1995 to June, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 145 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Golf 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 Syncro has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and manual gearbox with 5 gears. Instead of a center differential, a viscous coupling is installed with a freewheel mechanism to disengage the driven axle during braking. Under normal driving conditions, 95% of the torque is transferred to the front axle. If slippage occurs, the coupling locks and up to nearly 100% of the torque is automatically transferred to the rear axle. If one front and one rear wheel lose traction, the car will not move.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 Syncro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 172 km/h.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 Syncro fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volkswagen (VW) is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Volkswagen Golf fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Golf safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Golf has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Golf is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Golf got two stars.
- Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.2 seconds faster (in 12.8 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 8.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 7.9 litres per 100 km
- Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.4 seconds later (in 15.4 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 9.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 9.2 litres per 100 km
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 Syncro technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.8 Syncro | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 1995. August ... 1999. June | ||
| Engine: | 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 227 g/km |
| Power: | 90 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 145 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 172 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.2 (combined) 12.8 (urban) 7.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km (26.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.34m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 340 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1300 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1775 kg | ||
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 Syncro engine ABS
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 Syncro oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
| Power | 90 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1991 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Vento Seat Toledo Seat Ibiza Seat Cordoba |
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 Volkswagen Golf estate car [1993 - 1999] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1997 Variant 1.6 Jan 1997 — Feb 1998 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1995 Variant 1.8 Syncro 4x4 Aug 1995 — Jun 1999 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 Diesel
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1995 Variant 1.9 SDI
Jun 1995 — Jun 1999 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD | 1.9 Diesel | 75 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1996 Variant 1.9 TDI Mar 1996 — Jun 1999 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1996 Variant 1.9 TDI
Aug 1996 — Jun 1999 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1996 Variant 1.9 TDI
Aug 1996 — Jun 1999 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1995 Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro 4x4
Aug 1995 — Jan 1997 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds |
2.9 Petrol | 190 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |