Ford Thunderbird Hardtop 1979 specs
General information
| Model: | Ford Thunderbird Hardtop |
| Year: | 1979 |
| Category: | Sport cars |
| Manufacturer: | Ford |
| Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
| Engine type: | V8 |
| Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 5731 ccm |
| Max power: | 136.9 PS (101 kW) at 3200 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 386 Nm at 1400 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 8.3:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 101.6 x 88.8 mm (4 x 3.5 inches) |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | Automatic, 3-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Top speed: | 170 km/h (105.6 mph) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.0755 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Coupe |
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
| Passenger space: | 3960 litres (1047 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Brake details: | Antiblocking system |
| Front tire dimensions: | 190/50-R15 |
| Turn circle: | 13 m (511.8 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1813 kg (3997 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 5520 mm (217.3 inches) |
| Overall width: | 2000 mm (78.7 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1350 mm (53.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm (114.2 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 80 litres (21.13 gallons) |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |






















