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Volvo 340-360 344 1.6 Diesel (54 Hp)
Overall Rating
Volvo 340-360:
The Volvo 300 Series is a rear-wheel-drive small family car sold from 1976 through 1991, both as a hatchback and as a conventional notchback saloon.
It was launched in the Netherlands shortly after Volvo acquired a significant stake in the passenger car division of DAF in 1973. The series consisted of the Volvo 340 and the later Volvo 360.
After building a series of compact cars, DAF sought a partner to bring its new larger model, codenamed P900, intended to become the DAF 77, to market in 1970. Several manufacturers were approached, including Audi, BMW and Volvo....(Read more on Wikipedia)
344 Overview:
Volvo 340-360 (344). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a vehicle from the mid-1980s, the Volvo 340-360 (344) predates modern crash testing standards like Euro NCAP. While built with Volvo's traditional emphasis on structural integrity for its time, it lacks the advanced active and passive safety features found in contemporary vehicles.
1.6 Diesel (54 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very modest performance, primarily designed for economy rather than speed. Requires patience, especially on hills.
Fuel Economy
The most fuel-efficient option in the lineup, offering excellent MPG for its time, making it ideal for high-mileage drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and durable build quality
- • Comfortable ride for its class and era
- • Practical hatchback body style with good cargo space
- • Reputation for excellent reliability and longevity
- • Rear-wheel drive layout offers unique driving dynamics for a compact car
Cons:
- • Dated styling by modern standards
- • Modest performance on lower-powered engine trims
- • Fuel economy can be variable, especially with larger petrol engines
- • Lacks modern safety features and crash test ratings
- • Some models (especially earlier 340s) featured the Variomatic CVT, which had mixed reception
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(343,345: 1984 - 1986).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | 340-360 |
| Generation: | 344 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 Diesel (54 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1985 |
| End of production: | 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 54 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | D16 More details about the engine D16 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4320 mm |
| Width: | 1660 mm |
| Height: | 1392 mm |
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