1966-1974 140 Series OverviewVolvo 140 Series Overview (1966 - 1974)
1966 - 1974
Tech Specs Summary
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- 90 - 110 mph
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- 10.2 - 15.0 seconds
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- 75 - 120 BHP
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- 21 - 24 mpg
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- 1,150 - 1,310 kg
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- 440 L (Saloon)
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- 950 - 1,800 L (Estate)
The Volvo 140 Series was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between 1966 - 1974. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are four power levels available from a 1.8 L Inline 4 petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 140 Series is the Volvo 142 B20E which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 120 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 101 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 110 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volvo 145 B20A is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 280 miles and can store 950-1,800 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 500 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,200 kg.