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Volvo 1800 E 2.0 (130 Hp)
Overall Rating
Volvo 1800:
The Volvo P1800 is a 2+2, front-engine, rear-drive sports car manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars between 1961 and 1973. Originally a coupé , it was also offered in a shooting brake configuration toward the end of its production. Styling was by Pelle Petterson under the tutelage of Pietro Frua when Frua's studio was a subsidiary of the Italian Carrozzeria Ghia, and the mechanicals were derived from Volvo's Amazon/122 series.
Marketed as a touring car rather than a sports car, the P1800 became widely known when driven by British actor Roger Moore in the television series The Saint, which aired from 1962 to 1969. In 1998, an 1800S owned by Irv Gordon was certified as the highest mileage private vehicle driven by the original owner in non-commercial service—having exceeded 3. 25 million miles as of his death in 2018....(Read more on Wikipedia)
E Overview:
Volvo 1800 (E). With 176 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1130 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Volvo 1800E was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, therefore no official rating is available. Safety features are rudimentary by modern standards, typical of vehicles from its era.
2.0 (130 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
For its era, the 2.0 (130 Hp) B20E engine offered strong performance, with a respectable 0-100km/h time of 9.5 seconds and a top speed of 190 km/h, making it a capable grand tourer.
Fuel Economy
While specific fuel consumption figures are not provided, the multi-port fuel injection (Bosch D-Jetronic) was advanced for its time, offering better efficiency and drivability compared to carbureted predecessors, though still moderate by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Timeless, elegant styling by Pelle Petterson
- • Robust and reliable B20E engine with fuel injection
- • Good performance for its era, suitable for grand touring
- • Strong classic car appeal and growing collector's value
- • Comfortable interior for long journeys
Cons:
- • Rear seat space is very limited
- • Rust can be an issue if not properly maintained
- • Parts availability can be challenging for some specific components
- • Steering can feel heavy at low speeds
- • Lacks modern safety features and amenities
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(S: 1965 - 1968).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | 1800 |
| Generation: | E |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (130 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1969 |
| End of production: | 1970 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 130 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 176 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B20E More details about the engine B20E |
| Engine displacement: | 1986 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.75 l |
| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88.9 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.7 kg/Hp, 115 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 155.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1130 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4400 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1700 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1285 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1315 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1315 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Tires size | 165/80 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Trailing arm, Coil spring |
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