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Volvo 480 ES

General information

ModelVolvo 480 ES
Year1987
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1719 ccm (104.89 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1719 ccm (104.89 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power110.50 PS (81 kW or 109 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque140.00 Nm (14.3 kgf-m or 103.3 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 83.5 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed177.0 km/h (110.0 mph)
0-50 miles7.3 seconds
0-60 miles10.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1083 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3980 litres (1,052 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1020 kg (2,248.7 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
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