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Volvo 245

General information

ModelVolvo 245
Year1980
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating63 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 torque157.00 Nm (16.0 kgf-m or 115.8 ft.lbs) at 2300 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke88.9 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0612 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4550 litres (1,202 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1340 kg (2,954.2 pounds)
Overall length4790 mm (188.6 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
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