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The Ford Bronco is a model line of SUVs manufactured and marketed by Ford. The first SUV model developed by the company, five generations of the Bronco were sold from the 1966 to 1996 model years. A sixth generation of the model line was introduced for the 2021 model year. [1] The nameplate has been used on other Ford SUVs, namely the 1984 ...
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Aug 31, 2016 · The First Generation: 1966-1977. The Bronco debuted in three forms: the base U130 Roadster ($2,337), the U140 Sports Utility pickup ($2,480), and the U150 Wagon ($2,551). A vast array of options ...
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- Old Ford Bronco Model Designations by Generation. First generation: 1966-1977. Second generation: 1978-1979. Third generation: 1980-1986. Fourth generation: 1987-1991.
- Old Ford Bronco Factory Engine Options. First generation: 170ci I-6 (base, 1966-1972); 289ci V-8 (optional, 1966-1969); 200ci I-6 (base, 1973-1977); 302ci V-8 (optional, 1969-1977)
- Classic Bronco Factory Transmissions. First generation: column-shift three-speed manual (base, I-6 and V-8 engines, 1966-1972); three-speed automatic (C4 type, optional, I-6 and V-8 engines, 1972-1977)
- What Transfer Case Came in Old Ford Broncos? First generation: Dana 20 (1966-1972; "J-shift-pattern" type, 1973-1977) Second generation: NP205 (base, 1978-1979); NP203 (optional, 1978-1979)
The 1980 to 1986 generation Bronco became smaller, lighter, more aerodynamic and fuel efficient. The Bronco was based on the shorter F-150 platform and featured both V-6 and V-8 engines. The timing for the new generation was providential as the second oil crisis had seen gas prices climbing astronomically.
- 1966-1977 Generation I Ford Bronco
- 1966-1977 Ford Bronco Specifications
- 1978-1989 Generation II Ford Bronco
- 1977-1979 Ford Bronco Specifications
- 1980-1986 Generation III Ford Bronco
- 1980-1986 Ford Bronco Specifications
- 1984 Ford Bronco II
- 1987-1991 Generation IV Ford Bronco
- 1987-1991 Ford Bronco Specifications
- 1992-1996 Generation V Ford Bronco
(1966 Ford Bronco Wagon – Same Bronco pictured at the top of this page) Brought to market in August 1965 as a 1966 model to compete against the Jeep CJ-5s and International Scout 800s of the time, Ford advertised it quite simply: Bronco All-Purpose-Vehicle. Ford’s new offering was love at first sight for those seeking a more civilized, smoother rid...
Models: 1. Wagon 2. Half-cab 3. Roadster 4. Sport Bronco Wagon 5. Bronco Ranger Dimensions: 1. Wheelbase: 92-inches 2. Overall Length: 151.5-inches 3. Width: 68.5-inches 4. Height: 71.6-inches Powertrain: 1. 170 cu in (2.8 L) Straight-6 2. 200 cu in (3.3 L) Straight-6 3. 289 cu in (4.7 L) Windsor V8 4. 302 cu in (4.9 L) Windsor V8 5. 3-speed manual...
In 1978-1979 a new 106-inch-wheelbase Bronco emerged, sitting on a shortened F-100 chassis and sharing its drivetrain. Along with the foot-longer wheelbase over the previous generation, the body length grew about 28-inches and the width about 10-inches. The fullsize Bronco was born. The Bronco had a removable top and forward folding rear bench seat...
Models: 1. Custom 2. XLT 3. Lariat 4. Ranger Dimensions: 1. Wheelbase: 104-inches 2. Length: 180.3-inches 3. Width: 79.3-inches 4. Height: 75.5-inches 5. Curb weight: 4,663–4,718 lb Powertrain: 1. 351 cu in (5.8 L) 351M V8 2. 400 cu in (6.6 L) 400 V8 3. Transmission 4-speed Borg-Warner T-18 manual 4. 4-speed New Process NP435 manual 5. 3-speed C6 a...
The Bronco received a redesign in 1980 to coincide with the F-series trucks. This redesigned 1980-1986 Bronco grew the wheelbase just under an inch over the previous models, but the body was shortened a few inches and narrowed about an inch. Ford made a drastic change to the front axle and suspension system with the use of the Dana 44 Twin-Traction...
Models: 1. Custom 2. XL 3. XLT 4. Lariat 5. Ranger 6. Eddie Bauer Dimensions: 1. Wheelbase: 104-inches 2. Length: 180.4-inches 3. Width: 79.3-inches 4. Height: 75.5-inches Powertrain: 1. 300 cu in (4.9 L) Straight-6 2. 302 cu in (4.9 L) 302 V8 3. 351 cu in (5.8 L) 351M V8 4. 351 cu in (5.8 L) Windsor V8 5. 4-speed Borg-Warner T-18 manual transmissi...
The Ford Bronco II is often left out of the Ford Bronco history. The Ford Bronco II was in production from 1984-1990. Click HERE for Ford Bronco II History.
In 1987 the Ford Bronco changed again to follow inline with the Ford F-series trucks. The Bronco received the newer aero body style, and by 1988, all Bronco’s were being sold with electronic fuel injection. The engine lineup remained the 300 straight 6, 302 V8, and 351W V8. The C6 automatic was offered up through 1989 with the 351W, but was replace...
Models: 1. Custom 2. XL 3. XLT 4. Nite 5. Eddie Bauer Dimensions: 1. Wheelbase: 104.7-inches 2. Length: 80.5-inches 3. Width: 79.1-inches 4. Height: 74-inches Powertrain: 1. 300 cu in (4.9 L) Straight-6 2. 302 cu in (4.9 L) 302 V8 3. 351 cu in (5.8 L) Windsor V8 4. 5-speed M5OD-R2 manual transmission 5. 3-speed C6 automatic transmission 6. 4-speed ...
For the 1992 model, the Bronco was updated, along with the F-series pickups. Information on how to remove the top was no longer listed in the owners manual, but the top could still be unbolted and removed. They installed Torx security bolts to secure the top to the body and discouraged owners from removing them. The 300 I-6 was discontinued after t...
Nov 6, 2023 · Ford Bronco – A History of Ford’s Legendary 4×4 transports us on a journey through time with exceptional detail, delving into early engineering and development, power and drivetrain advancements through the decades, and various models. Indianapolis 500 champ Parnelli Jones was bitten by the Bronco bug, and built his legendary Big Oly for ...
Nov 15, 2021 · Ford. Ford delayed a second-generation Bronco — nicknamed “Project Shorthorn” — until 1978 because of the oil crisis. The Bronco morphed into a full-size SUV based with the F-Series, growing more than two feet longer and nearly a foot wider than its predecessor. The new SUV also added more than 1,000 pounds in curb weight.
