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Volvo 480

General information

ModelVolvo 480
Year1989
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating53.7 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
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1721 ccm (105.02 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power111.2 PS (82 kW or 110 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque140.00 Nm (14.3 kgf-m or 103.3 ft.lbs) at 4100 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

Power/weight ratio0.1115 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4270 litres (1,128 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length4320 mm (170.1 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
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