Volkswagen Polo GLS 1978 specs
General information
| Model: | Volkswagen Polo GLS |
| Year: | 1978 |
| Category: | Small city/economy cars |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen |
| Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
| Engine type: | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Engine location: | Front, transverse |
| Displacement: | 1093 ccm |
| Max power: | 50 PS (37 kW) at 5900 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 77 Nm at 3000 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 8:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 69.6 x 72 mm (2.7 x 2.8 inches) |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | Manual, 4-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Drive: | Front wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.073 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Hatchback |
| Max no. of doors: | 3 |
| Passenger space: | 3940 litres (1041 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Front brakes: | Disks |
| Rear brakes: | Drums |
| Brake details: | Antiblocking system |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 685 kg (1510.2 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 3510 mm (138.2 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1570 mm (61.8 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1340 mm (52.8 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2340 mm (92.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 35 litres (9.25 gallons) |
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