Volvo 440 K 445 1.7 Turbo (120 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 175 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1330 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 9 s). The top speed reaches 200 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.
Performance Verdict
The performance king of the lineup, offering brisk acceleration and confident overtaking, transforming the car's character.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption is the trade-off for its superior performance, making it less economical than other petrol options.
Best Use Case:
Performance / Enthusiast
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 |
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| Model: | 440 K |
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| Generation: | 445 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 Turbo (120 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1987 |
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| End of production: | 1993 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 69.7 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 175 Nm @ 3300 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | B18FT |
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| Engine displacement: | 1721 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 7.2 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 83.5 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 8.1:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.6 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1330 |
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| Max. weight: | 1580 |
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| Max load: | 250 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1028 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 330 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4345 mm |
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| Width: | 1686 mm |
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| Height: | 1378 mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2503 mm |
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| Front track: | 1416 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1426 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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