1984-1992 Jetta OverviewVolkswagen Jetta Overview (1984 - 1992)
Mk2
Tech Specs Summary
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- 91 - 122 mph
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- 9.3 - 19.3 seconds
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- 53 - 127 BHP
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- 31.4 - 49.6 mpg
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- 875 - 1,135 kg
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- 435 - 550 L
This generation of the Volkswagen Jetta (Mk2) was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1984 - 1992. It's a front engined Saloon with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came with either 2 or 4 doors. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 53 BHP 1.6 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 127 BHP 1.6 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel 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 Jetta is the Volkswagen Jetta Turbodiesel CL, GL which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 59 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 60 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 93 mph and gets to 62 mph in 17.1 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Jetta Turbodiesel C, CL, GL is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 600 miles and can store 550 litres of cargo.