The Volkswagen Jetta (1981-1983) was offered with 6 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission | Drive | Top speed | 0-100 km/h | Consumption | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L Petrol | 112 hp | 153 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 179 km/h | 9.6 s | 8.4 l/100km | 2 trims |
| 1.6L Petrol | 110 hp | 140 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 178 km/h | 9.6 s | 8.9 l/100km | 2 trims |
| 1.6L Diesel | 70 hp | 130 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 153 km/h | 14.0 s | 6.0 l/100km | 3 trims |
| 1.5L Petrol | 70 hp | 110 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 156 km/h | 13.7 s | 8.7 l/100km | 5 trims |
| 1.3L Petrol | 60 hp | 93 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 147 km/h | 15.4 s | 8.4 l/100km | 3 trims |
| 1.6L Diesel | 54 hp | 102 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 141 km/h | 17.8 s | 6.0 l/100km | 5 trims |
Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.