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Volvo C70 Convertible

General information

ModelVolvo C70 Convertible
Year1997
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating62.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2435 ccm (148.58 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2435 ccm (148.58 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 5 cylinder
Max power192.60 PS (142 kW or 190 HP) at 5100 Rev. per min.
Max torque270.00 Nm (27.5 kgf-m or 199.2 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1227 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4650 litres (1,229 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks, 295 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1570 kg (3,461.3 pounds)
Overall length4720 mm (185.8 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
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