im a bigginer

how zit going guys,
im a bigginer at cars and i would just like to know some specs on the golfs engine and performance. becausei am thinking of getting one. so if anyone could please help me i would appriciate it. i just want to know the engine code and what ever else you guys know. thax for your time.
$GUZ$

no offense, but thats a REALLY broad question, you specified no year or model at all......anyways, here goes.

- 1,984 cc 2 liters 4 in-line front transverse engine with 82.6 mm bore, 92.7 mm stroke, 10 compression ratio, cast iron block, light alloy head, overhead cam, automatic valve adjustment and two valves per cylinder
- Unleaded fuel
- Fuel economy EPA highway (l/100km): 7.8
- Multi-point injection fuel system
- Main 55 liter fuel tank
- Power: 85 kW , 115 HP @ 5,400 rpm; 122 ft lb @ 3,200 rpm

- 3.67:1 axle ratio
- Two disc brakes including two ventilated discs
- Immobilizer
- Spacesaver steel rim internal spare wheel
- Strut front suspension with stabilizer bar independent with coil springs , torsion beam rear suspension independent with coil springs

These are the stats on the 1997 golf, which is what i have.
Next time, try checking google first though, we're not your researchers, do some looking before you post please. People still post here needing actual help.

NOTE: All stats were courtesy of:

http://www.internetautoguide.com/car-specifications/09-int/1997/volkswagen/golf/