Volkswagen Jetta 1978 specs
General information
| Model: | Volkswagen Jetta |
| Year: | 1978 |
| Category: | Midsize family cars |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen |
| Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
| Engine type: | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Engine location: | Front, transverse |
| Displacement: | 1270 ccm |
| Max power: | 75 PS (56 kW) at 5500 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 136 Nm at 2800 Rev. per min. |
| Bore x stroke: | 79.5 x 86.4 mm (3.1 x 3.4 inches) |
| Gearbox: | Manual, 4-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Drive: | Front wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.0888 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Passenger space: | 3860 litres (1020 gallons) |
| Aerodynamic dragcoefisient: | 0.4 |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Front tire dimensions: | 155/80-R13 |
| Rear tire dimensions: | 155/80-R13 |
| Turn circle: | 10 m (393.7 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 845 kg (1862.9 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4200 mm (165.4 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1620 mm (63.8 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1420 mm (55.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2410 mm (94.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |






















