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Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 F-Series F-100 VII Regular Cab 3.8 V6 (110 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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F-Series F-100 VII Regular Cab Overview:
Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 (F-Series F-100 VII Regular Cab). With 248 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. 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 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.8 V6 (110 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The combination of the smallest engine and an automatic transmission results in sluggish performance, especially under load.
Fuel Economy
While theoretically more economical, the automatic can negate some of the V6's potential efficiency gains.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary durability and reliability (especially 4.9L Six)
- • Simple, robust mechanicals for easy maintenance
- • Strong towing and hauling capabilities for its class
- • Classic American truck styling
- • Abundant parts availability
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all engine options
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Basic and unrefined interior comfort
- • Limited performance compared to modern trucks
- • Prone to rust in certain areas
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(F-Series F-150 VII SuperCab: 1981 - 1986).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-Series F-100/F-150 |
| Generation: | F-Series F-100 VII Regular Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 V6 (110 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1983 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 2-3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 110 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 28.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 248 Nm |
| Engine displacement: | 3802 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Max. weight: | 2132 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62-72 l |
| Size: | |
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| Wading depth: | 721-739 mm |
| Length: | 4808-5291 mm mm [630mm less] |
| Width: | 1372-1778 mm mm [406mm less] |
| Height: | 1760-1765 mm mm [31mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2967-3378 mm mm [559mm less] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | SelectShift |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/75 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
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