Reason they're weak at the front end is the 140/160 series have crumple zones. Wonder if Volvo ever considered a four spring system like Peugeot estates had. The Pugs had much higher load capacity (though they rusted away a bit quicker!)
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1973 Volvo 164.
1972 Saab 96
1988 Benz W124 230E
2012 VW Transporter T5 LWB
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