1983-1991 Golf OverviewVolkswagen Golf Overview (1983 - 1991)
Mk2
Tech Specs Summary
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- 92 - 134 mph
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- 8.3 - 18.7 seconds
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- 53 - 158 hp
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- 22.1 - 42.8 mpg
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- 1,863 - 2,745 lbs
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- 8.1 - 43.4 ft3
This generation of the Volkswagen Golf (Mk2) was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1983 - 1991. It's a front engined Hatchback with front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or front-biased four-wheel drive and came with either 3 or 5 doors. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 53 hp 1.6 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 158 hp 1.8 L Inline 4 Supercharged gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Golf is the Volkswagen Golf GTi G60 which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 158 hp and a power/weight ratio of 15.08 lb/hp it has a top speed of 134 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Golf Rallye G60 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 359 miles and can store 9.9-43.4 cubic feet of cargo.