The Volvo 144 de Luxe S is a rear wheel drive motor vehicle, with the powerplant placed in the front, and a 4 door saloon (sedan) bodyshell.
The power is produced by a naturally aspirated engine of 2 litre capacity. This unit features single overhead camshaft valve gear, 4 cylinder layout, and 2 valves per cylinder. It develops 99 bhp (100 PS/74 kW) of power at 5500 rpm, and maximum torque of 152 N·m (112 lb·ft/15.5 kgm) at 3500 rpm.
A 4 speed manual 'box delivers the power to the driven wheels.
Stated weight at the kerb is 1190 kg.
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