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Volvo 240

General information

ModelVolvo 240
Year1978
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2127 ccm (129.79 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2127 ccm (129.79 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power105.00 PS (77 kW or 104 HP) at 5250 Rev. per min.
Max torque160 Nm (16.3 kgf-m or 118.0 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4900 mm (192.9 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
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