The Saloon version of the 144 model has a 1986 cc (121.1 ci) 8 valve Straight 4 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
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.
The 144's 1986 cc (121.1 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 124 bhp (92 kW) @ 6000 rpm.
The Volvo 144 produces torque measuring 123 lb-ft (166.7 Nm) @ 3500 rpm.
The 144 weighs around 1290 kg (2843 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 96.1 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 95.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Volvo 144 Grand Luxe 2.0 8v - [1966] has a top speed of 106 mph (170.5 kph)
This 144 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 10.10 seconds or 0-100kph in 10.4s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 15.27 seconds with a trap speed of 76.5 mph.
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