Volvo 240 (P242,P244) 2.4 Diesel (82 Hp) 1979

General Information

Modification (Engine)

2.4 Diesel (82 Hp)

Start of production

1979 year

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Seats

Doors

2/4

End of production

1993 year

Engine

Dimensions

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

0.1

Performance Characteristics

Fuel Type

Diesel

Weight-to-power ratio

22.3 kg/Hp, 44.8 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

13.1 kg/Nm, 76.5 Nm/tonne

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban

10 l

Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban

6 l

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined

7.5 l

Volume and Weight

Max load

550 kg

Kerb Weight

1830 kg

Fuel tank capacity

60 l

Trunk (boot) space - minimum

580 l

Max. weight

2380 kg

Transmission, Brakes and Suspension

Drivetrain Architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Rear wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox

3 gears, automatic transmission

Front suspension

Independent type McPherson

Front brakes

Ventilated discs

Rear brakes

Disc

Steering type

Steering rack and pinion

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Volvo 240 2.4 Diesel (82 Hp)