Clever facelift of XR/XT models, so much so that many thought it an entirely new model
Round tail lights replaced by new square design
New grille set back and offset badge identification to passengers side
Wrap-around indicators and parking lamps sitting proud of headlamps
Extended rear roof pillars to give recessed rear windscreen effect
Body:
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Exterior Dimensions:
Total Length: 184.6 inches (4689mm)
Total width: 73.6 inches (1869mm)
Height at kerb weight: 55.8 inches
(1417mm)
Wheelbase: 111.0 inches (2819mm)
Front Track: 58.9 inches (1496mm)
Rear Track: 58.5 inches (1486mm)
Kerb Weight:
Sedan: 2972lb (1348kg)
Fuel Tank:
16.4 gallons (74.6 liters)
Turning Circle:
36.6ft (11.2 metres)
Instruments:
Speedometer
Odometer
Petrol gauge
Temp gauge
Oil warning lamp
Alternator warning lamp
Transmission:
Manual
(Six, 3 speed)
1st: 2.95:1
2nd: 1.69:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.67:1
Manual (V8, 3 speed)
1st: 2.71:1
2nd: 1.69:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.37:1
Manual (Six and V8, 4 speed; Top speed indicated for 302 V8)
1st: 2.78:1 to top speed
of 38 mph (61 km/h)
2nd: 1.93:1 to top speed
of 58 mph (93 km/h)
3rd: 1.36:1 to top speed
of 83 mph (134 km/h)
4th: 1.00:1 to top speed
of 114 mph (183 km/h)
Reverse: 2.78:1
3S Automatic
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Cruisomatic Auto
(Six)
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Cruisomatic Auto
(V8)
1st: 2.46:1
2nd: 1.46:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.20:1
Clutch:
Single dry plate clutch , hydraulically operated (9.25" on Six, 10" on V8)
Rear Axle Ratio:
188ci Six and all Six Automatics: 3.50:1
221ci Six Manual: 3.23:1
V8: 2.93:1
Engine/Transmission Combinations:
188 Six available with manual 3 or 4 speed, or 3S automatic
221 Six available with manual 3 or 4 speed, 3S automatic or Cruisomatic
V8 available with manual 3 or 4 speed or Cruisomatic
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h):
10.5 seconds (302 V8 4 speed manual)
Standing Quarter Mile (400 metres):
16.9 seconds (302 V8 4 speed manual)
188 Six:
Capacity: 188 cubic inches
(3.10 liters)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four
stroke, reciprocating piston type with
6 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal,
inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv
with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Single throat
downdraft type carburetor
Bore and Stroke: 3.68 x 2.94 inches
(93 x 75mm)
Power: 118bhp (88kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 180lb-ft (244Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.7:1
221 Six:
Capacity: 221 cubic inches
(3.60 liters)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four
stroke, reciprocating piston type with
6 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal,
inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv
with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Single throat
downdraft type carburetor
Bore and Stroke: 3.68 x 3.46 inches
(93 x 88mm)
Power: 140bhp (104kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 210lb-ft (285Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
302 "Mustang" 5 liter V8:
Capacity: 302 cubic inches
(4.95 liters)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four
stroke, reciprocating piston type with
8 cylinders in vee
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal,
inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv
with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Two barrel carburetor
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 3.00 inches
(102 x 76mm)
Power: 220bhp (165kw) at 4600rpm
Torque: 300lb-ft (405Nm) at 2600rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Ignition and Electrical:
12 volt
Coil and alternator
Exhaust:
Six Cylinder: Single tail-pipe, zinc annealed
type muffler
V8: Twin pipes
Suspension:
Front: Independent
type with coil springs and hydraulic double acting shock absorbers, stabiliser bar
Rear: Live axle, semi-elliptic springs with hydraulic double acting shock absorbers
Steering:
Recirculating ball, ratio 14:1
Optional power steering, ratio 16:1
Brakes:
Front: Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums
Note: Power assisted 11.25 inch (285.75mm) Girling disc brakes standard on Fairmont, optional on all other models
Rear: Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums
Wheels:
Pressed steel disc wheels with safety rims
Tyres:
Six Sedans: 6.95 x 14 four-ply
V8 Sedans: 7.35 x 14 four-ply
Wagons, Utilities and Vans: 185 x 14 four-ply
Note: Radials optional on all models
Ford turn's it all on, with new 6 and V8 power. Five
transmissions including 4 on the Floor and T-Bar automatic.
Bigger brakes, turbo-cooled power discs optional, the
widest wide track. Come on, turn yourself on for the
70's, in bold new Falcon - by Ford.