These are standard specifications for the 1973 Volvo 142, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Manual Floor lever
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1966 - 1974 |
| Price : | $3,000 |
| Weight : | 2500 lbs | 1133.981 kg |
Performance
| Top Speed : | 148 km/h | 91.982 mph |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2000 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 88 BHP (64.768 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Torque : | 120 Ft-Lbs (163 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.2 in | 80 mm. |
4 Manual Floor lever
Production Figures
| Total Volvo Production for 1973 : | 60,761 |
| 1973 Volvo 142 | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 74V104000 |
| Notes | POSSIBILITY THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL LEVER COULD BE OF SUCH DESIGN THAT THERUBBER ACCESSORY FLOOR MAT OR VEHICLE CARPET COULD RETARD THE PEDAL'S NORMALRETURN TO IDLE POSITION.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING PEDAL LEVERWHICH PRECLUDES INTERFERENCE WITH THE RETURN OF PEDAL TO NORMAL POSITION). |
| Component | STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19720801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 72V300000 |
| Notes | VOLVO CAMPAIGN NO V-15.POSSIBILITY THAT SCREWS WHICH SECURE TURN SIGNALOPERATING SWITCH, WIPER/WASHER SWITCH AND OVERDRIVE SWITCH TO STEERING COLUMNMAY BECOME LOOSE AND CONTACT STEERING HUB.IF CONDITION EXISTS, COULD CAUSEMEMENTARY STIFF OPERATION.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING SCREW ANDCLIPS.) |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19730101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 73V163000 |
| Notes | VOLVO CAMPAIGN NO N/A.POSSIBILITY THAT THE FUEL SUPPLY HOSE CONNECTING THEFUEL SUPPLY PIPE TO THE COLD START VALVE (INJECTOR) ON CERTAIN FUEL INJECTEDMODELS COULD HAVE THE INCORRECT INSIDE DIAMETER WHICH IN TURN COULD RESULT INEVENTUAL FATIQUE AND POSSIBLE FUEL LEAKAGE.IF FUEL LEAKAGE DOES OCCUR, THEREIS DANGER OF FIRE STARTING IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.(CORRECT BY INSPECTINGANDINSTALLING A NEW HOSE WITH PROPER SPECIFICATIONS). |
Data updated January 2023
1973 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $12,900 |
| Avg. Home : | $32,500 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.40 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1973 Volvo 142?
Q: How fast is the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 has a top speed of 148 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 has a wheelbase size of 103.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 has a length of 182.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 has a width of 68.10 inches.Q: How much did the 1973 Volvo 142 cost when new?A: The 1973 Volvo 142 had a base price of approximately $3,000 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 was a Sedan.Q: How many vehicles did Volvo produce in 1973? A: Volvo produced 60,761 automobiles in 1973.Q: What engine did the 1973 Volvo 142 have? A: The engine powering the 1973 Volvo 142 was a Inline 4 (2000 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 88 BHP (64.768 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 120 Ft-Lbs (163 NM) @ 3000 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 1973 Volvo 142 have? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 had a 4 speed Manual Floor lever gearbox.
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1973 Volvo 142?
How many 1973 Volvo 142 were produced?
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Q: How fast is the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 has a top speed of 148 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 has a wheelbase size of 103.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 has a length of 182.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 has a width of 68.10 inches.Q: How much did the 1973 Volvo 142 cost when new?A: The 1973 Volvo 142 had a base price of approximately $3,000 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1973 Volvo 142? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 was a Sedan.Q: How many vehicles did Volvo produce in 1973? A: Volvo produced 60,761 automobiles in 1973.Q: What engine did the 1973 Volvo 142 have? A: The engine powering the 1973 Volvo 142 was a Inline 4 (2000 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 88 BHP (64.768 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 120 Ft-Lbs (163 NM) @ 3000 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 1973 Volvo 142 have? A: The 1973 Volvo 142 had a 4 speed Manual Floor lever gearbox. Similarly Sized Vehicles
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