Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD

Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD has been produced from November, 1993 to June, 1999. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 150 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 precombustion chamber fuel system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 400 up to 670 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Volkswagen Golf 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 163 km/h.

Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD fuel consumption is 6.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (16.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volkswagen (VW) is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. 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

Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD technical data

Model: Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TD
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 1993. November ... 1999. June 
Engine: 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 172 g/km
Power: 75 HP ON 4200 RPM Torque: 150 NM ON 2400 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 163 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 15.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.2 (combined) 8.2 (urban) 5.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.3 l/100km (37.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.34m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.7 meters
Seats: 5 seats

Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD engine AAZ

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 22.5 : 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 Precombustion chamber
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 75 HP ON 4200 RPM
Torque 140 - 150 NM ON 2400 RPM
Start of production (year) 1991
Duration of production 7 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 Audi 80 Volkswagen Vento Seat Toledo Seat Ibiza and 2 other models

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.

All Volkswagen Golf estate car [1993 - 1999] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
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
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
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
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
Volkswagen Golf 1996 Variant 1.9 TDI Aug 1996 — Jun 1999

Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 110 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
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
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
Volkswagen Golf 1993 reviews
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