Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1973 142.
The 1973 Volvo 142 integrates its foundational body, platform, and engine configuration to establish the core identity outlined in this overview. Anchored by the standout specs characteristic of this specific model year, the vehicle reflects a matured iteration of the marque's engineering standards. Consequently, this year occupies a definitive place in the model's reliability history, meaning researchers can evaluate it as a proven benchmark of the 142's mechanical longevity.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 188.2 in |
| Overall width | 66.9 in |
| Overall height | 56.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in |
| Curb weight | 2635 lb |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 142 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 140 Series 142E Coupe 2.0L I-4 | 12.60 sec | 18.60 sec | 115 hp | RWD |
| 1974 | 140 Series 145 Wagon 2.0L I-4 | 16.30 sec | 20.10 sec | 114 hp | RWD |
| 1971 | 140 Series 142E Coupe 2.0L I-4 | 11.20 sec | 16.60 sec | 130 hp | RWD |
| 1968 | 140 Series 144S Sedan (Euro Spec) 2.0L I-4 | 14.10 sec | 19.60 sec | 100 hp | RWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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Showing 2 of 2 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 356EN01 | 2022-02-09 | Equipment | VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App |
| Service Manager | 2022-02-03 | Electrical System | Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.
Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.