1966 Volvo 144 Grand Luxe 2.0 8v Specifications

1966 Volvo 144 Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Saloon version of the 144 model has a 1986 cc (121.1 ci) 8 valve Straight 4 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Volvo 144 Grand Luxe 2.0 8v has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1966 Volvo 144 Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1966 Volvo 144 reaches its peak power of 124 bhp (92 kW) @ 6000 rpm.

Torque:

The 1966 Volvo 144 produces torque measuring 123 lb-ft (166.7 Nm) @ 3500 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The 144 weighs around 1290 kg (2843 lb). The 1966 Volvo 144 Power to weight is 96.1 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 95.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1966 Volvo 144 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1966 Volvo 144 has a top speed of 106 mph (170.5 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1966 Volvo 144 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 10.10 seconds or 0-100kph in 10.4s. The 1966 Volvo 144 estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 15.27 seconds with a trap speed of 76.5 mph.

1966 144 Grand Luxe 2.0 8v Rivals:

• 1978 Mercury Zephyr Z-7 Sports Coupe
• 1978 Alfa-Romeo Giulietta 1.6
• 1984 Talbot Samba Rallye 1.2

Related Links:

• 1966 144 Rivals List.
• 1966 144: Full Review and Comparisons.
• A Brief History of Volvo
• Compare the 1966 Volvo 144

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