Ford Taunus III 1.6 Specs

(1979 - 1982) - Technical Specifications for Years 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982
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Key Specs

Petrol
97.2 cu-in
1593 cm3
Inline 4
72 HP
73 PS / 54 kW
86 lb-ft
117 Nm
94 Mph
152 km/h
26 MPG
9 L/100 km
31 MPG UK

Ford Taunus III 1.6 Body, Model and Production details Ford Taunus III 1.6 Body, Model and Production details

Body : -
Num. of Doors : 4 doors

Ford Taunus III 1.6 Engine Technical Data Ford Taunus III 1.6 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 4
Engine Code : LCR
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Carburetor Ford VV
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine displacement : 97.2 cu-in / 1593 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.45 x 2.6 inches
87.7 x 66.0 mm
Number of valves : 8 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 9.2
Horsepower : 72 HP / 73 PS / 54 kW
@ 5300 rpm
Maximum torque : 86 lb-ft / 117 Nm
@ 2700 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
4 speed Manual

Ford Taunus III 1.6 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Ford Taunus III 1.6 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined: 26 MPG
9 L/100 km
31 MPG UK
Range : 373 miles / 600 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 14.3 gallons
54 L
11.9 UK gallons

Ford Taunus III 1.6 Performance Ford Taunus III 1.6 Performance

Top Speed : 94 Mph / 152 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 14.5 s

Ford Taunus III 1.6 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Ford Taunus III 1.6 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 101.57 inches / 258.0 cm
Length : 170.87 inches / 434.0 cm
Width : 67.32 inches / 171.0 cm
Height : 53.54 inches / 136.0 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : -
Curb Weight : 2183 lbs / 990 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 13.6 kg/hp

Ford Taunus III 1.6 Interior size, Dimensions Ford Taunus III 1.6 Interior size, Dimensions

Trunk / Boot capacity : 17.1 cu-ft / 483 L

Ford Taunus III 1.6 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Ford Taunus III 1.6 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Discs
(- inches / - mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Drums
(- inches / - mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 165/- R13
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 165/- R13
Front Suspension : Independent. MacPherson. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar.
Rear Suspension : De-Dion axle. Coil Springs.
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How fast is a Ford Taunus III 1.6?
The Ford Taunus III 1.6 can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 14.5 seconds and has a top speed of 152 km/h / 94 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1979 Ford Taunus III 1.6 have?
The 1979 Ford Taunus III 1.6 has 73 PS / 72 bhp / 54 kW.

How much does a Ford Taunus III 1.6 weighs?
The Ford Taunus III 1.6 weighs 990 Kg / 2183 lbs.

What is the Ford Taunus III 1.6 gas mileage?
The Ford Taunus III 1.6 gas mileage is .

What engine is in Ford Taunus III 1.6?
The Ford Taunus III 1.6 has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 1593 cm3 / 97.2 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Ford Taunus III 1.6?
The Ford Taunus III 1.6 is 170.87 inches / 434.0 cm long, 67.32 inches / 171.0 cm wide, and 53.54 inches / 136.0 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 101.57 inches / 258.0 cm.

How much cargo space does a Ford Taunus III 1.6 have?
The Ford Taunus III 1.6 offers 17.1 cu-ft / 483 L of trunk space.