Looking at the 1994 940 temp gauge wiring diagram, the circuit is not compatible at all with one-wire sensor. Maybe you could try another 2-wire shorter probe sensor used in other Volvo models such as 740, 760, 960 and diesel. Part number is 1362643. Same thread with 2-wire plug. For comparison, your 2-wire long probe sensor has the part number 1362645. I can't tell where the gauge needle going to be but I'm guessing it won't mess with the wiring and idle.
See:
https://www.proxyparts.com/car-parts-stock/information/make/volvo/model/940/part/engine-temperature-sensor/partid/4610566/
https://www.ebay.ie/itm/Coolant-Temperature-Sensor-Volvo-740-760-940-960-S90-V90-/303191427758?hash=item46979e0aae
Amarin.
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