Specifications: Volkswagen Caravelle (T3) 1.9 (78 Hp) Syncro 14 1984, 1985

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Volkswagen Caravelle (T3) 1.9 (78 Hp) Syncro 14 – Full specifications
General information
Brand Volkswagen
Model Caravelle
Generation Caravelle (T3)
Modification (Engine) 1.9 (78 Hp) Syncro 14
Start of production 1984 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 12.8 l/100 km
18.4 US mpg
22.1 UK mpg
7.8 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) – extra urban 10.6 l/100 km
22.2 US mpg
26.6 UK mpg
9.4 km/l
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Maximum speed 125 km/h
77.67 mph
Weight-to-power ratio 20.8 kg/Hp, 48 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 11.5 kg/Nm, 86.8 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 1625-1655 kg
3582.51 – 3648.65 lbs.
Max. weight 2500 kg
5511.56 lbs.
Max load 845-875 kg
1862.91 – 1929.04 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space – minimum 1700 l
60.03 cu. ft.
Trunk (boot) space – maximum 2930 l
103.47 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 70 l
18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Max. roof load 100 kg
220.46 lbs.
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) 2000 kg
4409.25 lbs.
Permitted trailer load without brakes 600 kg
1322.77 lbs.
Permitted towbar download 75 kg
165.35 lbs.
Dimensions
Length 4600 mm
181.1 in.
Width 1845 mm
72.64 in.
Height 1990 mm
78.35 in.
Wheelbase 2455 mm
96.65 in.
Front track 1568 mm
61.73 in.
Rear (Back) track 1560 mm
61.42 in.
Front overhang 1175 mm
46.26 in.
Rear overhang 965 mm
37.99 in.
Ride height (ground clearance) 200 mm
7.87 in.
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.9 m
35.76 ft.
Approach angle 22°
Departure angle 19°
Ramp-over (brakeover) angle 24°
Climb angle 31°
Wading depth 350 mm
13.78 in.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary.
Drive wheel All wheel drive (4×4)
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; 205/80 R14
Wheel rims size 5.5J x 14; 6J x 14

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