1990 Volvo 780 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.1 to 13.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 13.1 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1990 Volvo 780 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1990 Volvo 780 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.8L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 307 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $20.31 | $21.39 |
1990 Volvo 780: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 2.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 20 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,700 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,062 | $4,278 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1990 Volvo 780
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about seats (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97V166000 | 1997-09-22 | electrical system:wiring | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO LIMITED SPACE AND VARIATIONS IN THE ASSEMBLY OF THE CABLES, CHAFING OF THE INSULATION OF THE CABLES FEEDING THE SEAT HEATER, POWER SEAT MOTORS AND SEAT BELT WARNING INDICATOR SITUATED UNDER THE FRONT SEAT, CAN OCCUR. |
| 91V010000 | 1991-01-08 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | IF CONDITIONS OF HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, OVERFILLING OF THE FUEL TANK, AND INSUFFICIENT TORQUE ON THE SENDING UNIT LOCK RING EXIST SIMULTANEOUSLY, FUEL SEEPAGE MAY OCCUR FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1990 Volvo 780 for buyers
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1990 Volvo 780 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. This page puts the 1990 Volvo 780 in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the 780
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seats; have those parts checked. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
What the specs mean
The powertrain to know here is the 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo, with rear-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 13.1 L/100 km combined, so budget about 39 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $20.31, and a 300 km weekend about $60.93. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,700 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
When the 780 makes sense
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Inside and out
Being a compact car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. At 425 litres, the trunk fits a family's bags for a long weekend.
A longer test drive
Drive the 780 on your commute before you commit to it. Rent the 780 for a week and see how it fits your life. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Narrowing it down
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. The EPA estimates US$3,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Send a request
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1990 Volvo 780 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1990 Volvo 780 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1990 Volvo 780
Does CarmaCars sell the 1990 Volvo 780?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1990 Volvo 780 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1990 Volvo 780 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1990 Volvo 780 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,700 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4062.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.