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Volvo 340-360 343,345 1.4 (71 Hp)
Overall Rating
Volvo 340-360:
The Volvo 300 Series is a rear-wheel-drive small family car sold from 1976 through 1991, both as a hatchback and as a conventional notchback saloon.
It was launched in the Netherlands shortly after Volvo acquired a significant stake in the passenger car division of DAF in 1973. The series consisted of the Volvo 340 and the later Volvo 360.
After building a series of compact cars, DAF sought a partner to bring its new larger model, codenamed P900, intended to become the DAF 77, to market in 1970. Several manufacturers were approached, including Audi, BMW and Volvo....(Read more on Wikipedia)
343,345 Overview:
Volvo 340-360 (343,345). It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). Weighing only 950 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 (71 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A slightly more capable 1.4L, offering a marginal improvement in responsiveness over its lower-powered siblings, still best for city.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its class, making it a cost-effective choice for daily driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and durable build quality
- • Rear-wheel drive handling characteristics
- • Practical hatchback body style
- • Reliable engine options (especially the 2.0L)
- • Good value for money in the used market
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Basic performance on lower-end engines
- • Variomatic CVT can be unpopular (though manuals were available)
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Lack of modern amenities and refinement
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(344: 1982 - 1984).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | 340-360 |
| Generation: | 343,345 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (71 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 71 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 50.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Engine Model/Code: | B14.2E More details about the engine B14.2E |
| Engine displacement: | 1400 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.4 kg/Hp, 74.7 Hp/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 950 |
| Max. weight: | 1420 |
| Max load: | 470 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Volvo 340-360, what would it be?