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Volvo 460 L 464 1.8 (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Volvo 460 L:
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)
464 Overview:
Volvo 460 L (464). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1034 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.7 s). The top speed reaches 176 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A balanced engine providing a noticeable step up from the 1.6, with adequate power (90 Hp) and a 0-100 km/h time of 11.7 seconds for everyday use.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 7.9 l/100 km is reasonable, offering a good compromise between performance and running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent ride comfort and supportive seats, typical of Volvo.
- • Strong reputation for safety and robust build quality.
- • Practical and spacious interior with a large trunk.
- • Wide range of engine options, including economical diesel and potent turbo petrol.
- • Generally reliable and durable, offering good long-term value.
Cons:
- • Styling can be considered somewhat bland or dated compared to rivals.
- • Some petrol engines, particularly the smaller ones, lack modern refinement and power.
- • Fuel economy for larger petrol engines is not competitive by modern standards.
- • Interior plastics and design are functional but lack premium feel.
- • Age-related issues like rust or electrical problems can arise in older models.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(464: 1989 - 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | 460 L |
| Generation: | 464 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 50.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B18U-103 More details about the engine B18U-103 |
| Engine displacement: | 1794 |
| 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: | 82.7 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 176 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 87 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 135.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1034 |
| Max. weight: | 1580 |
| Max load: | 546 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 948 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 453 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4435 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1686 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1378 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2503 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1416 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1426 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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