Volvo 340

The Volvo 300 Series is a rear wheel drive automobile sold as both a hatchback and (later) a conventional saloon from 1976 to 1991. . The series consisted of the Volvo 340 (initially badged as the 343/345) and the later Volvo 360. Overall, the 300 series was considered heavy and unrewarding to drive but reliable and safe by the standards of its day. The 300 Series had a choice of three petrol engines; a 1.4, 1.7, and a 2.0-litre. A diesel engine for the 340 developing 54 PS (40 kW), was only available in certain markets and was added to the 340 models in 1984. In 1985 a 360 diesel was made available.