1981 Volkswagen Jetta
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| Total: | 3 reviews |
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| Very Good | 1 reviews | |
| Average | 2 reviews | |
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Still just dipping its toe into the economy compact sedan market, the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta was proving to be more popular than its hatchback cousin, the Golf. Based on the same platform, its distinguishing feature seems to be the huge trunk, and its appeal in the U.S. probably stemmed from the fact that a sedan looks more versatile (as either a personal or family car) and sophisticated than a hatchback.
New in the 1981 Jetta 2-door coupe and 4-door sedan was an engine boost from 1.6-liters to 1.7-liters and 90 lb-ft of torque. With the 5-speed manual transmission, the car reached 74-hp. A 50-hp diesel engine was optional, as was a 3-speed automatic. The interior was fairly austere, with most features only available as options, but the Jetta's purpose was function over form.
Owners say their 20-something-year-old Jettas are still running almost as well as when they first bought them, with a durable engine and rust-free exterior built to last. They give the large trunk, crisp handling, and great fuel economy high marks. The 1981 Jetta gets complaints about its plainness and lack of engine power, particularly when going up hills with the automatic.
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| Very Good | 1 reviews | |
| Average | 2 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
“Ugliest Thing I've Ever Owned.”
Not sure about the year, I only had it for two years and it was one of those cars you'll never get attached to. It did its job I suppose, but boy was it ugly, A Golf with a trunk attached as after th... More
“Sweet Ride”
I work in the petroleum industry in Canada and take this car off road quite a bit down logging traiis. I now own a pickup for work, but; this car has endured so much for rough roads and I received it... More
“Car Was Older Than Me So Did Well”
Good old Jetta, wish I still had it More
“Very Fast”
5 cyl 2.5 L can do 0-60 in a very low time.. hasn't broken down yet, but it is a new car with less than 3k miles on it. very fast. Everything is automatic including blutooth. Transmission goes in all ... More
“It Rocks!”
The drive is awesome but the looks on the front is quite depressing...&the tail lights they rock!Messing with this car can leave you bankrupt!But it is a very car to drive& to sit in and enjoy the ... More
“Great All Rounder”
Great value for money, performance is moderate, comfortable and great build quality. Service costs are a bit high but it is German so that is expected. Great all rounder car. Sporty fun and comfortabl... More
“Can Say Nothing Bad About It! Drivers Wanted!”
As fun to drive as it is good looking! Excellent acceleration for a 5 cylinder. 6 speed gearbox works well and is well mated to the engine. Build quality is amazing! Every bit as well put together as ... More
“Awesome”
This car is fun to drive and handles beautifully, it is not very fast, but is still very fun to drive, the stock sound system couldnt be any better, the gas mileage is decent, but not the greatest....... More
“Sleek”
knock on wood it has not broke down yet. It also has traction control so when i stomp on it in the rain my tires don't spin quite as much. This car has been to Flordia Pennsylvania Atlanta and a few c... More
1981 Volkswagen Jetta Articles from Around the Web
- forums.vwvortex.com — "1981 jetta conversion???"...an online forum for owners of the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta... More
- www.automotive.com — Recall information for the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta... More
- www.carsurvey.org — A good economy car...and 2 more owner reviews of the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta... More
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