What year was the Volvo 242 made?
1974-1984
VOLVO 242 (1974-1984)
How much horsepower does a Volvo 242 have?
| Volvo 242 GT Engine Technical Data | |
|---|---|
| Compression Ratio : | 10.00 |
| Maximum power – Output – Horsepower : | 140 PS or 138 bhp or 103 kW @ 5750 rpm |
| Maximum torque : | 190 Nm or 140 lb.ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Drive wheels – Traction – Drivetrain : | RWD |
Which years did Volvo produce 240 cars?
The Volvo 200 Series (or 240 and 260 Series) is a range of mid-size cars produced by Swedish company Volvo Cars from 1974 until 1993, with more than 2.8 million total units sold worldwide.
Is a Volvo a 240 FWD?
No, the Volvo 240 Sedan (244) 2.3 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It’s Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).
What kind of engine does a 1980 Volvo 242GT have?
This 1980 Volvo 242GT was acquired by the seller from its original owner in 2015. It was sold new in Easton, Pennsylvania and has seemingly remained in Pennsylvania since. Power comes from a 2.1L inline-four mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox with electric overdrive.
When did the Volvo 242 GT come out?
The Volvo 242 GT was first introduced and promoted to the public in late 1977, but did not officially go on sale until the Spring of 1978 in some markets. The 242 GT was built in the Torlanda plant (Gothenburg), in Sweden. Unfortunately, precise production data has not been found.
What does 242 mean on a Volvo 240?
The “242” identifies that the car is a 240 series Volvo, with 2 doors. The “8” following the 242 reflects the B23 (2.3) engine. In very early cars, and all north american market cars, the code is either “44” or “45”, being the B21E and B21F 2.1l engines respectively.
How many 242 GTs were sold in Canada from 1980?
200 242 GTs (painted black) were sold in Canada from 1980. We presume this figure of 200 is on top of the standard silver Mystic Metallic 242 GTs.