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Volkswagen Golf III Variant 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic
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Volkswagen Golf:
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car/small family car produced by the German automotive manufacturer Volkswagen since 1974, marketed worldwide across eight generations, in various body configurations and under various nameplates – including as the Volkswagen Rabbit in the United States and Canada , and as the Volkswagen Caribe in Mexico. Historically, the Golf is Volkswagen's best-selling model and is among the world's top three best-selling nameplates, with more than 35 million units sold as of 2019....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Variant Overview:
Volkswagen Golf (III Variant). With 202 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1270 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.1 s). The top speed reaches 176 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Convenient automatic transmission paired with the reliable 90hp TDI, offering smooth but slightly less dynamic acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, though slightly higher than the manual version due to transmission losses.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Wide range of reliable and economical engines, especially TDI
- • Robust build quality for its era
- • Comfortable ride
- • Good aftermarket support and parts availability
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered
- • Interior plastics can show age
- • Rust can be an issue on older examples
- • Not as refined as newer generations
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Variant: 1993 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Golf |
| Generation: | III Variant |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 47.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 202 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1Z More details about the engine 1Z |
| Engine displacement: | 1896 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 176 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.1 kg/Hp, 70.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 159.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1270 |
| Max. weight: | 1695 |
| Max load: | 425 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1426 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 466 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4340 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1430 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2475 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1478 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1462 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Suspension with traction connecting levers |
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