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Volvo 240

General information

ModelVolvo 240
Year1975
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1986 ccm (121.19 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1986 ccm (121.19 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power82.00 PS (60 kW or 81 HP) at 4700 Rev. per min.
Max torque158 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.5 ft.lbs) at 2300 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke88.9 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0612 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1340 kg (2,954.2 pounds)
Overall length4900 mm (192.9 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
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