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Volvo 245 D5 Specs

(1979 - ) Technical Specifications

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With a maximum top speed of 87 mph (140 km/h), a curb weight of 2998 lbs (1360 kgs), the 245 D5 has a naturally-aspirated Inline 5 cylinder engine, Diesel motor.
This engine produces a maximum power of 71 PS (70 bhp - 52 kW) at 4800 rpm and a maximum torque of 118.0 Nm (87 lb.ft) at 4800 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 4 speed Manual gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the 245 has McPherson struts. Coil springs. Lower wishbone. Anti-roll bar. front suspension and Coil springs. Radius arms. De Dion axle. Anti-roll bar. rear suspension. For stopping power, the 245 D5 braking system includes Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The 245 model is a Estate car manufactured by Volvo, sold new from year 1979.

Volvo 245 D5 Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	240

Body :	Estate

Num. of Doors :	5 doors


Volvo 245 D5 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	Inline 5

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Diesel

Fuel System :	Bosch VE diesel inj.

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	121.2 cu-in / 1986 cm3

Bore x Stroke :	3.01 x 3.4 inches 76.50 x 86.40 mm

Number of valves :	10 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	24.00

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	70 HP / 71 PS / 52 kW @ 4800 rpm

Maximum torque :	87 lb-ft / 118.0 Nm @ 4800 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	4 speed Manual Transmission Relations Final Drive Ratio: 4.30


Volvo 245 D5 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity :	15.9 gallons 60 L 13.2 UK gallons

Catalytic converter :	No

Volvo 245 D5 Performance

Top Speed :	87 Mph / 140 Km/h

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	- s

Volvo 245 D5 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	104.33 inches / 265 cm

Length :	192.13 inches / 488 cm

Width :	67.32 inches / 171 cm

Height :	56.3 inches / 143 cm

Front Axle :	55.91 inches / 142.0 cm

Rear Axle :	53.15 inches / 135.0 cm

Ground clearance :	5.51 inches / 14.0 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Curb Weight :	2998 lbs / 1360 Kg

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	19.2 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :


Volvo 245 D5 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (- inches / - mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Discs (- inches / - mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Steering :	Rack and pinion. -

Steering wheel lock-to-lock :	3.500 turns

Front Suspension :	McPherson struts. Coil springs. Lower wishbone. Anti-roll bar.

Rear Suspension :	Coil springs. Radius arms. De Dion axle. Anti-roll bar.

What engine is in Volvo 245 D5?
The Volvo 245 D5 has a Inline 5, Diesel engine with 1986 cm3 / 121.2 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1979 Volvo 245 D5 have?
The 1979 Volvo 245 D5 has 71 PS / 70 bhp / 52 kW.

How much does a Volvo 245 D5 weighs?
The Volvo 245 D5 weighs 1360 Kg / 2998 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Volvo 245 D5?
The Volvo 245 D5 top speed is 140 Km/h / 87 mph.

Is Volvo 245 D5 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Volvo 245 D5 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).