Engines in the 1979 Ford Bronco
The 1979 Ford Bronco came with two different V8 engine options: the 5.8L 351M and the 6.6L 400. Both engines were 16-valve V8 configurations and featured a 2-barrel carburetor. Here are the specifications for each engine:
– Ford 351M (335/Cleveland) V8:
– Production: 1978-1979
– Displacement: 352 cu in (5.8 L)
– Horsepower: 156 hp (1978), 158 hp (1979)
– Torque: 262 lb-ft
– Ford 400 (335/Cleveland) V8:
– Production: 1978-1979
– Displacement: 402 cu in (6.6 L)
– Horsepower: 158 hp (1978), 156 hp (1979)
– Torque: 277 lb-ft
It’s worth noting that the more powerful 460 V8 engine was not offered in the 1979 Ford Bronco.
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Contents
- What engine does a vintage Ford Bronco have?
- Is a Ford 351M a small block?
- What did a 351M come in?
- How much horsepower does a 79 Bronco 351M have?
- What is the 302 engine in the Bronco?
- What size engine is in the 1979 Ford Bronco?
- What engine did a 1979 Ford Bronco come with?
- What engines were available in the 1978 Ford Bronco?
- What year did they start putting a 2.9 Bronco engine?
- What size motor is in the 1979 Ford Bronco?
What engine does a vintage Ford Bronco have?
First generation (1966)
| First generation | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 170 cu in (2.8 L) Straight-6 200 cu in (3.3 L) Straight-6 289 cu in (4.7 L) small block V8 302 cu in (4.9 L) small block V8 |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 92 in (2,337 mm) |
Is a Ford 351M a small block?
The 351 M and Cleveland are considered small block engines. The FE which included the 352, 360, 390, 427, 428 , in modified form the 427 side oiler, and 427 SOHC were definitely big block engines.
What did a 351M come in?
The 351M and 400 were last offered in a Ford passenger car in 1979. They remained available in Ford light-trucks until 1982. Reduced demand for larger engines due to tightening CAFE regulations led to the abandonment of the 351M/400 and the Cleveland production line.
How much horsepower does a 79 Bronco 351M have?
Factory Power Ratings
| Model Year | Engine | Horsepower @ RPM (SAE net, except ’71) |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 351M (car/truck) | 151 @ 3400 / 156 @ 4000 |
| 1979 | 400 (car/truck) | 159 @ 3800 / 159 @ 3800 |
| 1980 | 351M (truck only) | 138 @ 3400 |
| 1980 | 400 (truck only) | 163 @ 3600 |
What is the 302 engine in the Bronco?
The 302 engine platform starts at $189k, comes in at 275 horsepower and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 302 Series is intended for the enthusiast that wants to retain the nostalgic feel of the iconic early Bronco while using the truck around town.
What size engine is in the 1979 Ford Bronco?
FORD Bronco 6.6L V8 3AT AWD (158 HP)
| ENGINE SPECS – 6.6L V8 3AT AWD (158 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Displacement: | 6590 cm3 |
| Power: | 116.2 KW @ 4000 RPM 158 HP @ 4000 RPM 156 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 277 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 375 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Carburetor |
What engine did a 1979 Ford Bronco come with?
The base engine was the 351M (132 hp with manual transmission, 137 hp with automatic transmission), which Ford began to call the 5.8L. The optional upgrade was the 400ci, or 6.6L, at 149 hp.
What engines were available in the 1978 Ford Bronco?
Two different V8 engines were offered for the second generation Bronco: the 5.8L 351M and the 6.6L 400. While offering virtually the same horsepower output, the 400 produced a higher torque output over the 351M. As the 460 V8 was restricted to rear-wheel drive F-Series trucks, it was not offered in the Bronco.
What year did they start putting a 2.9 Bronco engine?
The 1986 model year introduced the 140 hp (104 kW) fuel injected 2.9 L Cologne V6 engine. A Mitsubishi 4-cylinder 2.3 L turbodiesel was optional during the 1986 & 1987 model years; however it delivered poor performance and had low sales.
What size motor is in the 1979 Ford Bronco?
Q: What engine did the 1979 Ford Bronco have? A: The engine powering the 1979 Ford Bronco was a V 8 (5800 cc | 353.9 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 151 HP (111.136 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 270 Ft-Lbs (366 NM) @ 2200 RPM.
