Volkswagen Golf 1993 Cabriolet 1.8
Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.8 petrol description
Cabrio Volkswagen Golf 1993 Cabriolet 1.8 has been produced from November, 1993 to May, 1998. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 140 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 280 up to 480 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 Cabriolet 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Cabriolet 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 160 km/h.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Cabriolet 1.8 fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 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 1993 Cabriolet 1.8 technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 1993. November ... 1998. May | ||
| Engine: | 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 195 g/km |
| Power: | 75 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 140 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 160 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.02m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
| Seats: | 4 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 270 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 448 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1580 kg | ||
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Cabriolet 1.8 engine AAM
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 | 1781 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 : 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 Cabriolet 1.8 oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 6.3 litres (6.7 quarts) |
| Power | 75 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1990 |
| Duration of production | 35 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Vento |
All Volkswagen Golf cabrio [1993 - 1998] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Volkswagen Golf 1993 Cabriolet 1.8
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 Cabriolet 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Golf 1993 Cabriolet 1.8
Only version with automatic transmission |
1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1995 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI Jun 1995 — Mai 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Golf 1997 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI
Aug 1997 — Mai 1998 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Golf 1993 Cabriolet 2.0
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.2 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |