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Volvo 240

General information

ModelVolvo 240
Year1983
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating52.7 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
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement1986 ccm (121.19 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power97.00 PS (71 kW or 96 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque157.00 Nm (16.0 kgf-m or 115.8 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke82.8 x 93.0 mm (3.3 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0752 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4550 litres (1,202 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1290 kg (2,844.0 pounds)
Overall length4790 mm (188.6 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
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