- Clcompany is delighted to feature the facts about Vintage Volkswagen Jetta – a car that became synonymous with style and speed and shall become the bestselling European car not only in Europe but also in North America.
- The year 1979, it was, when the Jetta was launched.
- The first of its model was referred to as MK1 and was introduced at the Frankfurt motor show.
- The genesis of Jetta was very interesting as the Golf sales had picked up and car was admired by all, there was a distinct thought among the Volkswagen designers that the hatchback body lacked style of a traditional 3 box sedan.
- Then history was created where Volkswagen designers essentially grafted a new trunk onto the tail of the Golf to produce a larger Jetta.
Clcompany is delighted to feature the facts about Vintage Volkswagen Jetta – a car that became synonymous with style and speed and shall become the bestselling European car not only in Europe but also in North America.
The year 1979, it was, when the Jetta was launched. The first of its model was referred to as MK1 and was introduced at the Frankfurt motor show. The genesis of Jetta was very interesting as the Golf sales had picked up and car was admired by all, there was a distinct thought among the Volkswagen designers that the hatchback body lacked style of a traditional 3 box sedan. Then history was created where Volkswagen designers essentially grafted a new trunk onto the tail of the Golf to produce a larger Jetta. Thus Jetta was born.
Vintage Jetta MK1
The Volkswagen Jetta Mk1, famously known as the “Volkswagen Atlantic” in Mexico, was available in two- and four-door variations, each with differences in size and performance specs. The success of the car was instantaneous and the Jetta became the best-selling European car in the United States. The GLI brought many improvements to the Jetta. The engine was increased to 90 horsepower and was paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. The chassis benefitted from a sports suspension, stabilizer bars and ventilated disc brakes at the front.
Specifications of Volkswagen Jetta MK1 (1.6 GLi)
- Displacement – 1.588 L
- Power – 109 BHP @ 6100 RPM
- Transmission – 5 Speed
- Top speed – 178 Kms/hour
- Kerb weight– 880 kgs
- Wheelbase– 94.49 Inches
Known for
- Its power & style
- Range of engine options 1.1 to 1.6 liters with petrol & diesel versions and 4 speed or 5 speed manual options
- The alloy wheels and overarching wheel fender gave it a distinctive look.
Interesting Facts-
- The Jetta, which is German for “jet stream”, was named after the Atlantic jet stream.
- The sedan was available with composite headlamps, but in the United States, the car was offered in rectangular sealed lamps
- In Europe, the third generation, introduced in 1992, dropped the Jetta name, it was called the Volkswagen Vento. The name Jetta was kept in North America.
Featured Video-
Check out aspects of Jetta MK1, when introduced in 1979.
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