Volvo 440 K 445 1.6 i (82 Hp)


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Volvo 440 K:

The Volvo 440 and 460 are versions of a small family car produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between June 1988 and September 1996. The 440 was a five-door hatchback and the 460 a four-door saloon which followed in 1989. They were built at the NedCar factory in Born, the Netherlands and were only offered with front-wheel drive.
They shared many components with the earlier Volvo 480 coupé, including floorpan, front and rear suspension, engines from Renault, transmissions, and braking systems....(Read more on Wikipedia)

445 Overview:

Volvo 440 K (445). With 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1024 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 172 km/h. 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.

1.6 i (82 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 6 stars

Performance Verdict

A modest performer, suitable for city driving and light commuting, but lacks power for spirited highway travel.

Fuel Economy

Average fuel economy for its class and era, not particularly efficient but acceptable for daily use.

Best Use Case: City / Commuting

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Practical hatchback design with good cargo space
  • • Good range of engines including economical diesel and powerful turbo options
  • • Reputable Volvo safety for its era, including available ABS
  • • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
  • • Generally reliable and durable build quality

Cons:

  • • Dated interior design and features by modern standards
  • • Some petrol engines can be quite thirsty, especially the larger ones
  • • Performance of base models is modest, lacking excitement
  • • Lack of modern active safety features (due to age)
  • • Resale value can be low for older models compared to some rivals

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Volvo
Model:440 K
Generation:445
Modification (Engine):1.6 i (82 Hp)
Start of production:1987
End of production:1993
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:82 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power per litre:51.4 Hp/l
Torque:125 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:B16F
Engine displacement:1596
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Single-point injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:5 l
Coolant:7 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:78 mm
Piston Stroke:83.5 mm
Compression ratio:10:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.6 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:12.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12.5 sec
Maximum speed:172 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:12.5 kg/Hp, 80.1 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.2 kg/Nm, 122.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.9 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1024
Max. weight:1580
Max load:556
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1028 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:330 l
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Size:
Length:4345 mm
Width:1686 mm
Height:1378 mm
Wheelbase:2503 mm
Front track:1416 mm
Rear (Back) track:1425 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/65 R14
Wheel rims size14
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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