1974 Ford Torino Sedan
The four-door Torino Sedan covered the family-car end of the mid-size line, riding a 118" wheelbase. It listed at $2,946 with 31,161 produced.
4R27F145873
302 CID V8 (F)
Engine
Sedan
Body
San Jose, CA (R)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1974 Ford Torino
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1974 |
| Plant Code | R | San Jose, CA (R) |
| Model Code | 27 | Torino |
| Engine Code | F | 302 CID V8 (F) |
| Serial Number | 145873 | Production #145873 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelTorino
Year1974
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine302 CID V8 (F)
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA (R)
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine302 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Dimensions
Production31161
Weight3975
Doors4
Front Tread62.8
Wheelbase118
Width79.3
Rear Tread62.9
Length215.4
Height53.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.0
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Reverse Ratio3.17
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeG78 x 14B
Brakes
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Drum Size10
Service BrakesFront disc rear self-adjusting drum
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity26.5
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
Cooling15.7 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
RadiatorTubular and fin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment351 cu. in. V8 engine / 400 cu. in. V8 engine / 460 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Power brakes / Power seats / Power steering / Power windows / Radio / Speed control device
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models. / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Bright Red / Dark Blue Metallic / Dark Green Metallic / Dark Olive Gold Metallic / Ginger Glow / Gold Glow / Green Glow / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Copper Metallic / Medium Ivy Yellow / Medium Pastel Blue / Pastel Lime / Saddle Bronze Metallic
Pricing
MSRP$2946.00
Other
Fbsize10.72
Specifications are for this model. The 1974 VIN resolves model year, model, body style, and engine; the engine shown is the VIN-coded engine (other engines were optional). Figures vary by option and are representative of the model as built.