Volvo, 940/960, Generation 1, 940 2.0 8V Turbo / 940 Wentworth (1990-1998)

Engine and Performance

• Generation 1 940 (1985-1996) and 960 (1993-1996) models were equipped with a 2.0L inline-four cylinder engine
• The 8-valve turbocharged version produced 178 horsepower at 5500 rpm and 201 Nm of torque at 2500 rpm
• Engine options included the M46F, M47, and B204G configurations
• A more powerful M90 (Wentworth) engine was introduced in 1993, producing 225 horsepower at 5300 rpm and 286 Nm of torque at 3200 rpm

Transmission

• The Generation 1 940/960 models were equipped with a 5-speed Getrag 240 manual transmission
• A 4-speed automatic transmission was available as an option on certain trim levels

Body and Chassis

• The Volvo 940 was built on the P230 chassis, which featured a longitudinal engine configuration
• Body styles included a 4-door sedan and a 5-door estate wagon (known as the 'Wentworth')
• The Wentworth body style was available with either a M46F or M90 engine

Interior and Features

• Standard interior features on the Generation 1 940/960 models included:
  • Cloth upholstery
  • Front bucket seats with adjustable head restraints
  • Rear bench seat
  • AM/FM radio with two speakers
  • Power steering
• Optional features included:
  • Leather upholstery
  • Heated front and rear seats
  • Cruise control
  • Electronic driver's information display

Safety Features

• The Generation 1 940/960 models featured Volvo's SIPS (Side Impact Protection System) in conjunction with the traditional crumple zone design
• Anti-lock braking was standard on all trims, while traction control was optional

Dimensions and Capacity

• Overall length: 4784 mm
• Overall width: 1723 mm
• Overall height: 1405 mm (sedan), 1430 mm (Wentworth)
• Wheelbase: 2586 mm
• Front track: 1462 mm
• Rear track: 1428 mm

Fuel Economy and Emissions

• The turbocharged 2.0L engine achieved a combined fuel economy of around 12-15 km/L in urban driving conditions, depending on trim level and transmission type.
• Emissions regulations were met through the use of a catalytic converter