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Volvo 240 Turbo

General information

ModelVolvo 240 Turbo
Year1980
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power154.10 PS (113 kW or 152 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke88.9 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1070 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5

Dimensions and weight

Weight1440 kg (3,174.7 pounds)
Overall length4800 mm (189.0 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
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