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Ford F-Series F-250 VI Regular Cab 5.8 351 V8 (160 Hp)
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Ford F-Series F-250:
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VI Regular Cab Overview:
Ford F-Series F-250 (VI Regular Cab). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 3 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.8 351 V8 (160 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A capable 160 Hp 351 V8, likely paired with a manual transmission, offering good power and torque for general F-250 duties with more driver engagement.
Fuel Economy
Typical V8 fuel consumption for the late 70s, but the manual transmission might offer a slight edge in control and potentially efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary durability and robust construction, built to last
- • Wide range of powerful V8 and reliable Inline-6 engine options
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities for its era
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanicals, appealing to DIYers
- • Classic American truck styling with a strong enthusiast following
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all engine options by modern standards
- • Lack of modern safety features and crash test ratings
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities, not designed for luxury
- • Rough ride quality, especially when unloaded, typical of heavy-duty trucks
- • Steering and handling are typical of a heavy-duty truck of its age, requiring effort
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI Regular Cab: 1975 - 1979).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-Series F-250 |
| Generation: | VI Regular Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.8 351 V8 (160 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1977 |
| End of production: | 1979 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 27.8 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 |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.9 mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Max. weight: | 3583 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 2084 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Wading depth: | 681 mm |
| Length: | 5215 mm [Same length.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3378 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/85 R16.5 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16.5 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer, Leaf spring |
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