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Volvo 244 GLE

General information

ModelVolvo 244 GLE
Year1974
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2127 ccm (129.79 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2127 ccm (129.79 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power124.70 PS (92 kW or 123 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque170.00 Nm (17.3 kgf-m or 125.4 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0888 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4470 litres (1,181 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1404 kg (3,095.3 pounds)
Overall length4900 mm (192.9 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)
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