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Volvo 740 2.3 Specs

(1990 - 1991) - Technical Specifications for Years 1990, 1991

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With a fuel consumption of 9.9 litres/100km - 29 mpg UK - 24 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 11.0 seconds, a maximum top speed of 115 mph (185 km/h), a curb weight of 2815 lbs (1277 kgs), the 740 2.3 has a naturally-aspirated Inline 4 cylinder engine, Petrol motor, with the engine code B230E.
This engine produces a maximum power of 131 PS (129 bhp - 96 kW) at 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 185 Nm (136 lb.ft) at 2950 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 5 speed Manual gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the 740 has Independent. McPherson. coil springs. anti-roll bar front suspension and De Dion axle. Coil springs. anti-roll bar rear suspension. Stock tire sizes are 185 / 65 on 14 inch rims at the front, and 185 / 65 on 14 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the 740 2.3 braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The 740 model is a car manufactured by Volvo, sold new from year 1990 until 1991, and available after that as a used car.

Volvo 740 2.3 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	Inline 4

Engine Code :	B230E

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Bosch K-Jetronic

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	2316 cm3 or 141.3 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	96.0 x 80.0 mm 3.78 x 3.15 inches

Number of valves :	8 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	10.3

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	131 PS or 129 bhp or 96 kW @ 5500 rpm

Maximum torque :	185 Nm or 136 lb.ft @ 2950 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	5 speed Manual Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio:


Volvo 740 2.3 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	9.9 L/100km 29 mpg UK / 24 mpg US

Range :	606 Km or 377 miles

Fuel Tank Capacity :	60 L 13.2 UK gallons 15.9 US gallons

CO2 emissions :	230 g/Km (estimate)

Volvo 740 2.3 Performance

Top Speed :	185 km/h or 115 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	11.0 s

Volvo 740 2.3 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	277 cm or 109.06 inches

Length :	481 cm or 189.37 inches

Width :	175 cm or 68.9 inches

Height :	141 cm or 55.51 inches

Max. Towing Capacity Weight :	0 Kg or 0 lbs

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	0.42

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (- mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Discs (- mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	185/65 R14

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	185/65 R14

Curb Weight :	1277 kg OR 2815 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	9.7 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	470 L

Front Suspension :	Independent. McPherson. coil springs. anti-roll bar

Rear Suspension :	De Dion axle. Coil springs. anti-roll bar

What engine is in Volvo 740 2.3?
The Volvo 740 2.3 has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 2316 cm3 / 141.3 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1990 Volvo 740 2.3 have?
The 1990 Volvo 740 2.3 has 131 PS / 129 bhp / 96 kW.

How much does a Volvo 740 2.3 weighs?
The Volvo 740 2.3 weighs 1277 Kg / 2815 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Volvo 740 2.3?
The Volvo 740 2.3 top speed is 185 Km/h / 115 mph.

Is Volvo 740 2.3 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Volvo 740 2.3 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).