1977 Volvo 240 DL Auto
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Photo: Volvo 240 vorn by VonNortheim, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Volvo 244 en Eke by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Volvo 244 1982 by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the 240 sedan (1975–1993); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: Volvo 240 vorn by VonNortheim, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volvo 244 en Eke by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volvo 244 1982 by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1977 Volvo 240 DL Auto is a 104-hp 2.1-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive.
It makes 104 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 114 lb-ft of torque.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | B21F 2.1L SOHC inline-4, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 2.1 L |
| Horsepower | 104 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 114 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm (SAE net) rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 92 x 80 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Bosch K-Jetronic continuous injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic (BW35) |
| 1st Gear | 2.45 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.45 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| Final Drive | 3.91 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Tank Capacity | 15.8 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid live axle, longitudinal control arms, torque rods, track rod, coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Turning Diameter | 32.2 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Power-assisted disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Power-assisted disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 5.5J x 14 |
| Wheels Rear | 5.5J x 14 |
| Tires Front | CR78-14 steel-belted radial |
| Tires Rear | CR78-14 steel-belted radial |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1977 Volvo 240 DL Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1977 Volvo 240.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.