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1984 Rabbit Convertible Colors and Trims

Exterior Colors - *Metallic

Mars Red (LA3A)

Champagne* (LK3V)

Bronze Gray* (LA8Y)

Alpine White (L90E)

Diamond Silver* (L97A)

Pewter Gray* (LA7Y)

Black (L041)

Montego Black* (LY9V)

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Interiors

Due to the lack of information currently available, we are unable to completely verify some of the interiors. We are hoping with some help from other Cabriolet owners, to be able to verify the various interior options. So if you happen to own a particular year of cabby, or have personal knowledge and photos of a particular interior, please email us to let us know, so we can make this informational resource as complete and accurate as possible for other owners and enthusiasts. Thanks!

Cloth Interiors

Black / Silver - Sport Seat only

Red/Brown - (Sport Seat also)

Blue

Optional Sport Seat

Beige

Black

Leatherette & Leather Interiors

Beige

Black (Leather also available)

1984 Rabbit Convertible Specifications

ENGINE DETAILS & DESIGN:

Engine

4-cylinder in-line, front transversely mounted.

Code / Management

JH / CIS fuel-injected

Oil Pressure

Pump driven system with full-flow oil filter.

Cooling System

Pressurized cooling system with recovery tank, thermostatically controlled, with a two-speed electric radiator fan.

Bore x Stroke

3.19" x 3.40" / 81.0mm x 86.4mm

Displacement

109 cu. inches / 1780cc. (1.8 litre)

Compression ratio

8.5 to 1

Idle Speed

925

Valve Arrangement

Spur belt driven, fuel-injected SOHC overhead cam. Fuel-injected with metering valve controlling continuous flow to injectors at each intake valve.

Horsepower, SAE net

90 @ 5500 rpm

Maximum torque, SAE net

100 ft.lbs @ 3000rpm

Cylinder Firing Order

1 - 3 - 4 - 2

Ignition

Electronic (breakerless)

Design

Cast iron, in-line cylinder block, light aluminum alloy cylinder head, crankshaft mounted on five main bearings with counter weights.

DRIVE TRAIN:

Transmission, manual
Gear Box: 5-spd (standard)
Code: 4K - (close-ratio)

1st gear: 3:45 to 1
2nd gear: 2.12 to 1
3rd gear: 1.44 to 1
4th gear: 1.13 to 1
5th gear: 0.89 to 1
Reverse: 3:17 to 1
Final drive: 3.94:1

Transmission, Automatic
Gear Box: 3-spd (optional)
Code: TN

1st gear: 2:71 to 1
2nd gear: 1.50 to 1
3rd gear: 1.00 to 1
Reverse: 2:46 to 1
Final Drive: 3.42:1

Final Drive

Front wheel drive, twin-shaft with double constant velocity (CV) joints (maintenance free)

Clutch

Single disc, dry

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:

Rated Voltage

14 Volt, 65 Amp/hr alternator

Battery

12 Volt, 54 Amp/hour

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:

Frame

Unitized body/chassis, bolt-on front fenders.

Front Suspension

Independent MacPherson struts, coil springs, and telescopic shock absorbers; Stabilizer bar.

Rear Suspension

Independent stabilizer axle with trailing arms, coil springs, and telescopic shock absorber struts; Stabilizer bar.

BRAKES:

Service Brake

Power-assisted, dual diagonal curcuits. Ventilated 9.4” discs in front; Self-adjusting 7.1” drums in the rear.

Parking Brake

Mechanical, operated on rear drums

WHEELS, TIRES & STEERING:

Rim Size

5½J x 13, steel rim

Tire Size

175 / 70 R13 - Steel-belted radial

Bolt Pattern / Offset

4 X 100 / ET38

Steering

Maintenance-free rack and pinion with double pivot column. Ratio 20.8:1;

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS: (Seating capacity: 4)

Weight

Approximately 2000lbs.

Wheelbase

94.5 inches (2400mm)

Length

155.3 inches (4397mm) - (159.3 inches? )

Width

63.4 Inches (1615mm)

Height (Unloaded)

55.5 inches (1360mm)

Ground Clearance (loaded)

4.9 inches (125mm)

Turning Circle

31.2 feet (9.5m) curb to curb; 3.9 turns, lock-to-lock.

Front track

54.5 inches (1390mm)

Rear track

53.5 inches (1358mm)

Head / Leg room

37.4 inches / 39.4 inches

Luggage Capacity

Seat up: 14 cubic feet Seat down: 25 cubic feet

PERFORMANCE:

Top Speed

5-Speed Manual: 93 mph (auto n/a)

0-50 mph Time

n/a

CAPACITIES:

Engine Oil

4.7 US quarts

Coolant

1.3 US Gallons (4.7 litres)

Fuel Tank Capacity

10.0 US Gallons (40 litres)

FUEL SYSTEM: (CIS Fuel-Injection)

Fuel Requirement

Unleaded gasoline

Fuel Consumption*

Hwy: 36 mpg City: 27mpg (5 speed)
Hwy: 25 mpg City: 23mpg (automatic)

*Estimated. Use estimated mpg for comparison to other cars. Highway mileage will probably be less.. Your actual mileage may vary, depending on where and how you drive, the weather, your car's condition and optional equipment.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

EXTERIOR: Bright anodized aluminum energy absorbing bumpers, rectangular headlights with solenoid controlled ignition override, break-away outside rear view mirror, tinted glass, protective belt line moulding, body cavity wax coating and full factory undercoating, steel wheel rims.

INTERIOR: Padded dashboard with full instrumentation, including speedometer with trip-odometer, lockable glove compartment, vanity mirror, padded safety steering wheel with energy- absorbing and collapsible column, stalks mounted on steering column controlling high beams, turn signal, passing light, two-speed wiper with intermittent and wipe/wash cycle, door switch controlled courtesy light, wall to wall carpeting, reclining front bucket seats with adjustable head restraints, rear bench seat, 3-point inertia reel seat belts-front, retractor belts, rear, child safety locks on rear doors, illuminated ash-tray with cigarette lighter, front.

ADDITIONAL STANDARD EQUIPMENT

Bumper strips and guards, wide wheel opening flares, halogen headlights, remote outside mirrors, integrated arm rests.

Sport suspension with front and rear stabilizer bars, ventilated front disc brakes, center console with instruments, dual tone horn.

AM/FM Stereo cassette radio with 4 speakers, vent windows, padded convertible top and protective boot, lockable gas cap, bright trim rings and hub caps, round headlights, tachometer and digital clock.

Air conditioner, cloth sport seats, sport steering wheel, 51/2 J x 13 light alloy wheels (4). 175/70 SRI3 WSW tires, metallic paint, 3-speed Automatic.

View 1984 Wolfsburg Edition features, options and information