The Saloon version of the Jetta model has a 1781 cc (108.6 ci) 16 valve Straight 4 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Volkswagen-VW Jetta GTi 1.8 16v has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's FWD system.
The Jetta's 1781 cc (108.6 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 136 bhp (101 kW) @ 6100 rpm.
The Volkswagen-VW Jetta produces torque measuring 119 lb-ft (161.3 Nm) @ 4600 rpm.
The Jetta weighs around 950 kg (2094 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 143.1 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 125.2 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Volkswagen-VW Jetta GTi 1.8 16v - [1988] has a top speed of 125 mph (201.1 kph)
This Jetta accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 8.20 seconds or 0-100kph in 8.5s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.55 seconds with a trap speed of 88.4 mph.
1988 Jetta: Full Review and Comparisons.
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