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[1.8T]

some technical specs.
Year 1990
Engine Code 9A
Rated Hp 134hp
Engine size 1984cc
Bore X Stroke Fuel 82.5X92.8mm CIS Motronic

Miscellaneous facts:

-1988 was the first year of the 16v engine

-The GLi was only offered in two different displacements: 1.8liter and 2.0 liter

-Standard equipment on most GLi's included: Recaro seats VDO gauges, including MFA, integrating Oil temp, Gas milage, trip odometer, outside temp, time, and time of driving into one digital gauge 15X6 inch BBS alloy wheels in a variety of patterns Bosch electronics and fuel injection - While the GTi was introduced in 1983, the american public did not recieve the GLi until 1984

- The GLi was one of the first VW's to add any aerodynamics specific to a model - the inconspicuous rear trunk wing


bits.1990 Jetta GLi Stock Specs:
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2.0 Liter, 134HP, 16 Valve 4-Cylinder Fuel Injected Engine
5-Speed Close Ratio Manual Transmission
Power Assisted Rack and Pinion Steering
Sport Suspension, Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension,
Independent Torsion Beam Axle Rear Suspension,
Front and Rear Stabilizer Bars
Sport Tuned Suspension, Dual Tipped Exhaust Pipe


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Engine Specs:

Type 4 Cylinder, In-Line
Displacement 121 Cu. In. (2 Liter)
H.P. * RPM: 134 * 5,800
Trq. Lbs.-Ft. *RPM 133 * 4,400


Valve Train:
Dual Over Head Cam, Spur Belt Driven,
4 Valves per Cylinder, Hydraulic Lifters
Cooling System Water Cooled, Cross-Flow Radiator,
Water Pump, Thermostatically Controlled
Electric Radiator Fan
Fuel/Air Supply Fuel Injection (KE - Motronic)
Emission System 3-Way Catalyst, Oxygen Sensor
Heavy Duty Cooling


Close Ratio 5spd (020 2Y) Gear Ratios:
1st -3.455
2nd -2.118
3rd -1.444
4th 1.129
5th .912
Final Drive -3.667


Front Suspension:
Independent MacPherson Struts,
15mm Stabilizer Bar, Coil Springs,
Telescopic Shock Absorbers

Rear Suspension:
Independent Torsion Beam Axle,
20mm Stabilizer Bar, Coil Springs,
Telescopic Shock Absorbers

Brakes:
Dual Diagonal Circuits with Power Assist,
Vent 10.1" Discs Front,
Solid 8.9" Discs Rear, Self Adjusting
Parking Brake Mechanical to Rear Wheels
Wheels 6 J x 15 BBS Alloy
Tires 185/50VR15V Steel Belted Radial Tires

Engine Oil 4.3 Quarts with Filter
Fuel 14.5 U.S. Gallons
Cooling System 7.3 Quarts


Top Speed 125 mph
Acceleration
0-50 mph 5.7 sec.
0-60 mph 7.8 sec.
40-60 mph
EPA Estimates (City/Hwy.)
50 States 22/28

weight ~2450ish ?


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Front Spoiler with Brake Cooling Ducts (not hooked up)
Rear Spoiler
Integrated Bumpers with Color Keyed Front & Rear Trim
Black Fender Flares
Dual Remote Controlled Outside Rearview Mirrors w/Color Keyed Housings
Two-Speed Wipers with Intermittent Feature andDriver's Side Deflector
Narrow Body Side Molding with Integrated GLI Nomenclature
Black VW Front Grille Badge, Window Trim & Door Handle Inserts
Roof Mounted FUBA Antenna
6J x 15 BBS Alloy Wheels


Speedometer, Tachometer,
Trip Odometer, Fuel Gauge, Coolant Temp. Gauge,
Digital Clock, Warning Chimes & Lights
On Board Multi-Function Trip Computer
Center Console with Ashtray
Power Height Adjustable, Fully Reclining Recaro Front Bucket
Seats with Adjustable Headrests
Height Adjustable Steering Column
Leather Wrapped 4-Spoke Steering Wheel
Automatic Shoulder Belt System with Manual Lap Belts
3-Point Outboard Rear Seatbelts with Center Lap Belt
Velour, Multi-Colored Upholstery & Dark Grey Trim
Velour and Leatherette Door Trim Panels
Full Cut Pile Carpeting, Full Luggage Compartment Trim
Electric Rear Window Defroster
Tinted Glass
Courtesy and Dome Lights with Time Delay
Right Hand Vanity Mirror (Illuminated)
Left Hand Vanity Mirror
Locking & Illuminated Glove Box
Front Door Map Pockets
Right Front Assist Handle
Rear Assist Handles with Coat Hooks


Air Conditioning
Manual Sunroof