1986 Volkswagen Golf Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 1986 Volkswagen Golf, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Steel unibody
Production Years for Series :	1983 - 1991
Price :	$7,000-$9,000
Weight :	2200 lbs \| 997.903 kg

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4
Displacement :	1786 cc \| 109.0 cu in. \| 1.8 L.
Power :	85 BHP (62.56 KW) @ 5250 RPM
Torque :	98 Ft-Lbs (133 NM) @ 3000 RPM
Bore :	3.2 in \| 81 mm.
Stroke :	3.4 in \| 86 mm.
Compression :	8.5:1
Main Bearings :	5
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Light Alloy
Multi-port Fuel Injection

Inline 4
Displacement :	1588 cc \| 96.9 cu in. \| 1.6 L.
Power :	52 BHP (38.272 KW) @ 4800 RPM
Torque :	71 Ft-Lbs (96 NM) @ 2000 RPM
Bore :	3.0 in \| 76 mm.
Stroke :	3.4 in \| 86 mm.
Main Bearings :	5
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Light Alloy
Direct Fuel Injection

Transmission:
5 Manual

Production Figures

Total Volkswagen Production for 1986 :	143,319
1986 Volkswagen Golf

Handling

Recall

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Manufacturer	FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	06E018000
Summary	CERTAIN HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES, P/N 171.611.107B, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1975-1985 VOLKSWAGEN (VW) RABBIT; 1985-1992 VW GOLF; AND 1980-1992 VW JETTA PASSENGER VEHICLES. POSSIBLE BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE COULD OCCUR WHICH FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 106, 'BRAKE HOSES.'
Consequence	BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy	FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE BRAKE HOSES WITH COMPLIANT BRAKE HOSES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 30, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS AT 305-885-8646 EXT. 11.
Notes	CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Mfr Report Date	19840801
NHTSA Campaign ID	87V053000
Summary	FUEL PUMP, LOCATED INSIDE FUEL TANK, COULD SEIZE DURING HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BECAUSE OF AN EXTREME FINE MESH FUEL FILTER RESTRICTING THE FUEL FLOW.
Consequence	FUEL SUPPLY TO ENGINE WOULD BE PARTIALLY INTERRUPTED,RESULTING IN STALLING.
Remedy	INSTALL A MODIFIED FUEL PUMP AND FILTER.
Notes	SYSTEM: FUEL PUMP.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH A DUAL FUEL PUMP SYSTEM.

Component	VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Mfr Report Date	19840801
NHTSA Campaign ID	92V050000
Summary	THE END CAP CONNECTING THE HEAT EXCHANGER'S CORE TO THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM COULD RUPTURE AND ALLOW HOT COOLANT TO ESCAPE INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
Consequence	THE COOLANT ESCAPING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT COULDCONTACT THE DRIVER'S FEET AND INJURE THE DRIVER. ALSO, STEAM FROM THE HEATEDLIQUID WILL CLOUD ON THE WINDOW SURFACES AND IMPAIR THE DRIVER'S VISION ANDCOULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy	REPLACE THE HEATER CORE WITH AN IMPROVED HEATER CORE.
Notes	SYSTEM: WATER HEATER; HEATER CORE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AUTOMOBILES.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Mfr Report Date	19841001
NHTSA Campaign ID	86V029000
Summary	MORE FUEL THAN PERMITTED BY FMVSS 301 MAY ESCAPE FROM THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY UNDER THE TEST CONDITIONS DESCRIBED IN THE STANDARD. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE CAR IS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, THE FUEL SPILLAGE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy	REPLACE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY WITH A MODIFIED UNIT.
Notes	SYSTEM: FUEL/FMVSS 301. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Mfr Report Date	19851001
NHTSA Campaign ID	86V149000
Summary	MORE FUEL THAN PERMITTED BY FMVSS 301 MAY ESCAPE FROM THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: CARS ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 301.
Remedy	REPLACE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY WITH A MODIFIED UNIT.
Notes	SYSTEM: FUEL TANK/FMVSS 301.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

1986 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$9,255
Avg. Household Income :	$22,400
Avg. Home :	$89,430
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$0.89

1986 Volkswagen Golf FAQs (show)

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1986 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 1986 Volkswagen Golf has a wheelbase size of 97.30 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1986 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 1986 Volkswagen Golf has a length of 158.00 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1986 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 1986 Volkswagen Golf has a width of 65.50 inches.

Q: How much did the 1986 Volkswagen Golf cost when new?A: The 1986 Volkswagen Golf cost approximately $7,000 to $9,000 (USD) when new.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1986 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 1986 Volkswagen Golf was a HatchBack.

Q: How many vehicles did Volkswagen produce in 1986? A: Volkswagen produced 143,319 automobiles in 1986.

Q: What engines did the 1986 Volkswagen Golf have? A: The 1986 Volkswagen Golf had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1786 cc | 109.0 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 85 BHP (62.56 KW) @ 5250 RPM and 98 Ft-Lbs (133 NM) @ 3000 RPM

Inline 4 (1588 cc | 96.9 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 52 BHP (38.272 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 71 Ft-Lbs (96 NM) @ 2000 RPM

Q: What transmission did the 1986 Volkswagen Golf have? A: The 1986 Volkswagen Golf had a 5 speed Manual gearbox.