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Volvo 480 1.7

General information

ModelVolvo 480 1.7
Year1988
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1721 ccm (105.02 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.9 litres/100 km (23.76 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement1721 ccm (105.02 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque175.00 Nm (17.8 kgf-m or 129.1 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression8.1:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 83.5 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1148 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4530 litres (1,197 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1062 kg (2,341.3 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity58.0 litres (15.32 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
CO2 emissions236.0 g/km
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