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Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 F-Series F-150 VI SuperCab 5.8 351 V8 (163 Hp) Automatic
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Ford F-Series F-100/F-150:
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F-Series F-150 VI SuperCab Overview:
Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 (F-Series F-150 VI SuperCab). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
5.8 351 V8 (163 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 351 V8 paired with an automatic offers a comfortable and capable driving experience for everyday tasks and moderate hauling.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy will be slightly worse than the manual version due to the automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional durability and reliability
- • Wide range of powerful V8 engine options
- • High towing and hauling capabilities
- • Iconic classic American truck styling
- • Simple, robust mechanicals for easy maintenance
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy across the lineup
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Dated safety standards compared to modern vehicles
- • Rough ride quality, especially unladen
- • Large size can be cumbersome in urban environments
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(F-Series F-100 VI Regular Cab: 1975 - 1979).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-Series F-100/F-150 |
| Generation: | F-Series F-150 VI SuperCab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.8 351 V8 (163 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1977 |
| End of production: | 1979 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 163 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 28.3 Hp/l |
| Engine displacement: | 5752 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 101.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.9 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Max. weight: | 2812 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1727-2084 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Wading depth: | 660-671 mm |
| Length: | 5362-5773 mm mm [554mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3531-3937 mm mm [559mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Cruise-O-Matic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/75 R15; 225/75 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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