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Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 F-Series F-150 VI Regular Cab 5.0 302 V8 (130 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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F-Series F-150 VI Regular Cab Overview:
Ford F-Series F-100/F-150 (F-Series F-150 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.
5.0 302 V8 (130 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for basic utility and daily driving, though it can feel underpowered with heavy loads.
Fuel Economy
Better than larger V8s, but still relatively thirsty by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and durable engine options, especially the 300 Six and larger V8s.
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities for its era.
- • Classic American truck styling and strong aftermarket support.
- • Simple, straightforward mechanicals, easy to maintain for enthusiasts.
- • Spacious regular cab for its time.
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy across the entire engine lineup.
- • Basic safety features, predating modern crash standards.
- • Ride comfort is firm and truck-like, not refined.
- • Limited modern amenities and technology.
- • Prone to rust in certain areas if not well-maintained.
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 Regular Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.0 302 V8 (130 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1977 |
| End of production: | 1979 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 130 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 26.3 Hp/l |
| Engine displacement: | 4949 |
| 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: | 76.2 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Max. weight: | 2744 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1679-2084 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Wading depth: | 665 mm |
| Length: | 5215 mm mm [407mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3378 mm mm [406mm 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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