Specifications: Volkswagen Caravelle (T3) 1.9 (78 Hp) Manual 5-speed 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985

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Volkswagen Caravelle (T3) 1.9 (78 Hp) Manual 5-speed – Full specifications
General information
Brand Volkswagen
Model Caravelle
Generation Caravelle (T3)
Modification (Engine) 1.9 (78 Hp) Manual 5-speed
Start of production 1982 year
End of production 1985 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body type Van
Seats 7-9
Doors 4-5
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) – urban 13.9 l/100 km
16.9 US mpg
20.3 UK mpg
7.2 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) – extra urban 9.5 l/100 km
24.8 US mpg
29.7 UK mpg
10.5 km/l
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Maximum speed 130 km/h
80.78 mph
Weight-to-power ratio 19 kg/Hp, 52.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 10.5 kg/Nm, 95.3 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 78 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power per litre 40.8 Hp/l
Torque 141 Nm @ 2600 rpm.
104 lb.-ft. @ 2600 rpm.
Engine layout Rear, Longitudinal
Engine Model/Code DG
Engine displacement 1913 cm3
116.74 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 4
Engine configuration Boxer
Cylinder Bore 94 mm
3.7 in.
Piston Stroke 68.9 mm
2.71 in.
Compression ratio 8.6:1
Number of valves per cylinder 2
Fuel injection system Carburettor
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain OHV
Engine oil capacity 4.5 l
4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
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Coolant 17.5 l
18.49 US qt | 15.4 UK qt

Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1480-1510 kg
3262.84 – 3328.98 lbs.
Max. weight 2390-2600 kg
5269.05 – 5732.02 lbs.
Max load 910-1090 kg
2006.21 – 2403.04 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space – minimum 1700 l
60.03 cu. ft.
Trunk (boot) space – maximum 2930 l
103.47 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 60 l
15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal
Max. roof load 100 kg
220.46 lbs.
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) 1500 kg
3306.93 lbs.
Permitted trailer load without brakes 600 kg
1322.77 lbs.
Permitted towbar download 50 kg
110.23 lbs.
Dimensions
Length 4600 mm
181.1 in.
Width 1845 mm
72.64 in.
Height 1950 mm
76.77 in.
Wheelbase 2460 mm
96.85 in.
Front track 1583 mm
62.32 in.
Rear (Back) track 1570 mm
61.81 in.
Front overhang 1175 mm
46.26 in.
Rear overhang 965 mm
37.99 in.
Ride height (ground clearance) 190 mm
7.48 in.
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.7 m
35.1 ft.
Climb angle 18°
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Rear wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox 5 gears, manual transmission
Front suspension Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspension Independent coil spring, Trailing arm
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes Drum
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Tires size 185/80 R14; 205/70 R14
Wheel rims size 5.5J x 14; 6J x 14

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