1990 Volkswagen Golf Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 1990 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

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-point Electronic 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

Inline 4
Displacement :	1786 cc \| 109.0 cu in. \| 1.8 L.
Power :	105 BHP (77.28 KW) @ 5250 RPM
Torque :	110 Ft-Lbs (149 NM) @ 3250 RPM
Bore :	3.2 in \| 81 mm.
Stroke :	3.4 in \| 86 mm.
Compression :	10.0:1
Main Bearings :	5
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Light Alloy
Multi-point Electronic Fuel Injection

Transmission:
5 Manual

Production Figures

Total Volkswagen Production for 1990 :	129,705
1990 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	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:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Mfr Report Date	19850701
NHTSA Campaign ID	92V058000
Summary	THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTION RAIL ON THE ENGINE MAY SHRINK BEYOND THE CLAMP FORCE OF THE FUEL HOSE CLAMPS, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.
Consequence	FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAN CAUSE AN UNDERHOOD FIRE IF THE FUEL COMES IN CONTACT WITH A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Remedy	REPLACE THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL RAIL AND INSTALL A NEW SPRING TYPE SELF-TIGHTENING CLAMP.
Notes	SYSTEM: FUEL LINES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER CARS.

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Mfr Report Date	19870801
NHTSA Campaign ID	93V129000
Summary	AN ENGINE PREHEATING TUBE MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SUPPORTED DUE TO A MISSING SUPPORT BRACKET, CAUSING THE PREHEATING TUBE TO CHAFE AGAINST THE RIGHT FRONT METAL BRAKE LINE. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE HYDRAULIC LINE, CAUSING BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE AND DIMINISHED BRAKING IN ONE BRAKE CIRCUIT.
Consequence	DIMINISHED BRAKING CAN RESULT IN INCREASED STOPPINGDISTANCES AND A POSSIBLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy	DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PREHEATING TUBE SUPPORT BRACKET TO ENSURE PROPER POSITIONING RELATIVE TO THE RIGHT FRONT METAL BRAKE LINE.
Notes	SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC LINES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH DIGIFANT ENGINE MANAGEMENTSYSTEMS.

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Mfr Report Date	19900201
NHTSA Campaign ID	90V142000
Summary	OMISSION OF AIR DUCTS INTENDED TO GUIDE FLOW OF COOLING AIR TO LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS COULD ALLOW BRAKE FLUID TO EXCEED ALLOWABLE OPERATING TEMPERATURE UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Consequence	IF BRAKE FLUID BOILS, THIS COULD RESULT IN REDUCEDBRAKING PRESSURE WITH POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy	INSTALL MISSING LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT AIR DUCTS.
Notes	SYSTEM: BRAKE CALIPER AIR DUCTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

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 Golf? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Golf has a wheelbase size of 97.30 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1990 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Golf has a length of 158.00 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1990 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Golf has a width of 65.50 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1990 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Golf was a Hatchback.

Q: How many vehicles did Volkswagen produce in 1990? A: Volkswagen produced 129,705 automobiles in 1990.

Q: What engines did the 1990 Volkswagen Golf have? A: The 1990 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

Inline 4 (1786 cc | 109.0 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 105 BHP (77.28 KW) @ 5250 RPM and 110 Ft-Lbs (149 NM) @ 3250 RPM

Q: What transmission did the 1990 Volkswagen Golf have? A: The 1990 Volkswagen Golf had a 5 speed Manual gearbox.