These are standard specifications for the 1990 Volkswagen Passat, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1988 - 1993 |
| Price : | $15,240-$15,650 |
| Weight : | 2985 lbs | 1353.973 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 134 BHP (98.624 KW) @ 5800 RPM |
| Torque : | 133 Ft-Lbs (180 NM) @ 4400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.7 in | 93 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.8:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Light Alloy |
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Volkswagen Production for 1990 : | 129,705 |
| 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Mfr Report Date | 19871001 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 96V115000 |
| Summary | IN THE EVENT THE ENGINE OVERHEATS AND THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED CONTINUOUSLY IN THAT CONDITION, THE COOLANT PRESSURE WILL RISE TO A LEVEL AT WHICH THE HEAT EXCHANGER COULD LEAK. |
| Consequence | A LEAKING HEAT EXCHANGER WILL ALLOW HOT COOLANT TO ESCAPE CAUSING INJURY TO THE DRIVER'S FEET OR COULD STEAM UP THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE TEMPORARILY IMPAIRING THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEAT EXCHANGER ON THESE VEHICLES. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393. |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Mfr Report Date | 19891001 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 92V131000 |
| Summary | THE VENTURI TUBE LOCATED IN THE THROTTLE VALVE HOUSING CAN BECOME LOOSE AND FALL AGAINST THE THROTTLE PLATE. |
| Consequence | THE VENTURI TUBE CAN PARTIALLY BLOCK THE THROTTLE PLATEAND PREVENT IT FROM RETURNING TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION, RESULTING IN UNWANTEDENGINE SPEED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PLACED IN A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. |
| Remedy | REPLACE THE PRESS-FIT VENTURI TUBE WITH A THREAD TYPE TUBE. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: FUEL: THROTTLE VALVE HOUSING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH 16 VALVE ENGINES AND CALIFORNIAEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS. |
Data updated January 2023
1990 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $16,000 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $28,970 |
| Avg. Home : | $123,000 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.12 |
| Total Car Production : | 9,782,997 |
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1990 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat has a wheelbase size of 103.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1990 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat has a length of 180.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1990 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat has a width of 67.10 inches.Q: How much did the 1990 Volkswagen Passat cost when new?A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat cost approximately $15,240 to $15,650 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1990 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat was offered as a Sedan, Wagon.Q: How many vehicles did Volkswagen produce in 1990? A: Volkswagen produced 129,705 automobiles in 1990.Q: What engine did the 1990 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The engine powering the 1990 Volkswagen Passat was a Inline 4 (1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 134 BHP (98.624 KW) @ 5800 RPM and 133 Ft-Lbs (180 NM) @ 4400 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1990 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1990 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat has a wheelbase size of 103.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1990 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat has a length of 180.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1990 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat has a width of 67.10 inches.Q: How much did the 1990 Volkswagen Passat cost when new?A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat cost approximately $15,240 to $15,650 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1990 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat was offered as a Sedan, Wagon.Q: How many vehicles did Volkswagen produce in 1990? A: Volkswagen produced 129,705 automobiles in 1990.Q: What engine did the 1990 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The engine powering the 1990 Volkswagen Passat was a Inline 4 (1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 134 BHP (98.624 KW) @ 5800 RPM and 133 Ft-Lbs (180 NM) @ 4400 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1990 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Passat had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.Similarly Sized Vehicles
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