Volvo 242 GT Specs

(1978 - 1980) - Technical Specifications for Years 1978, 1979, 1980
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Key Specs

Petrol
141.3 cu-in
2316 cm3
Inline 4
138 HP
140 PS / 103 kW
140 lb-ft
190 Nm
112 Mph
180 km/h

Volvo 242 GT Body, Model and Production details Volvo 242 GT Body, Model and Production details

Generation : 240
Body : Coupé
Num. of Doors : 2 doors

Volvo 242 GT Engine Technical Data Volvo 242 GT Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 4
Engine Code : B 23 E
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine displacement : 141.3 cu-in / 2316 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.78 x 3.15 inches
96.00 x 80.00 mm
Number of valves : 8 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 10.00
Horsepower : 138 HP / 140 PS / 103 kW
@ 5750 rpm
Maximum torque : 140 lb-ft / 190 Nm
@ 4500 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
4 speed Manual Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds
Transmission Relations
Final Drive Ratio: 3.73

Volvo 242 GT Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Volvo 242 GT Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity : 15.9 gallons
60 L
13.2 UK gallons
Catalytic converter : Y

Volvo 242 GT Performance Volvo 242 GT Performance

Top Speed : 112 Mph / 180 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : - s

Volvo 242 GT Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Volvo 242 GT Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 103.94 inches / 264 cm
Length : 192.91 inches / 490 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 : 2910 lbs / 1320 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 9.4 kg/hp

Volvo 242 GT Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Volvo 242 GT Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Discs
(10.71 inches / 272 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Discs
(11.61 inches / 295 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Front Wheels Width : 5½"
Rear Wheels Width : 5½"
Steering : Rack and pinion. PAS -
Steering wheel lock-to-lock : 3.500 turns
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How many horsepower (hp) does a 1978 Volvo 242 GT have?
The 1978 Volvo 242 GT has 140 PS / 138 bhp / 103 kW.

How much does a Volvo 242 GT weighs?
The Volvo 242 GT weighs 1320 Kg / 2910 lbs.

What is the Volvo 242 GT gas mileage?
The Volvo 242 GT gas mileage is .

What engine is in Volvo 242 GT?
The Volvo 242 GT has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 2316 cm3 / 141.3 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Volvo 242 GT?
The Volvo 242 GT is 192.91 inches / 490 cm long, 67.32 inches / 171 cm wide, and 56.3 inches / 143 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 103.94 inches / 264 cm.