Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 (gen 3)
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 has been produced from October, 1991 to November, 1997. 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, 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 270 000 and 450 000 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 1991 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100km (10.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 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 1991 1.8 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 2.6 seconds faster (in 12.1 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 7.9 litres per 100 km
- Volkswagen Golf 1995 1.8 Syncro MT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.4 seconds faster (in 13.3 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf 1.8 | ||
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| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1991. October ... 1997. November | ||
| Engine: | 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 237 g/km |
| Power: | 90 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 145 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.2 (combined) 13.3 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 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 1991 1.8 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 1991 1.8 oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
| Power | 90 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1991 |
| Duration of production | 8 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. |
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| 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 hatchback [1991 - 1997] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.4 Oct 1991 — 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 1991 1.6 Oct 1991 — 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 1991 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1995 1.8 Syncro 4x4 Aug 1995 — Jan 1997 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1991 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 1991 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 1991 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 1991 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 |