1981
Volvo 240 Turbo
The Volvo 240 Turbo combined Volvo's fortress-like safety engineering with Garrett turbocharging and a factory competition programme that dominated the European Touring Car Championship, winning the title in 1985.
Estate / Turbo Saloon
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 2.1L B21ET Turbocharged Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 2,127 cc |
| Horsepower | 155 hp |
| Torque | 265 Nm |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Manual / 3-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Fuel Economy | 12.5 L/100km |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h |
| Length | 4,760 mm |
| Width | 1,714 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,370 kg |
| MSRP Range | $14,450 (1981 US) |