1976 Ford Torino

The 1976 Ford Torino is a classic American muscle car that features several notable characteristics marking its final production year. Engine options include the 351 Windsor V8, 400 Modified V8, and 460 Lima V8, with horsepower ranging from 152 to 202 HP and torque between 274 to 353 lb-ft. Performance specifications reveal a 0-60 mph time of approximately 10 to 12 seconds and a top speed ranging from 105 to 115 mph, with quarter-mile times around 17 to 19 seconds. The vehicle is equipped with rear-wheel drive, providing options for a 3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual transmission. It features a wheelbase of 114 inches, lengths of about 213.6 inches for the coupe and 217.6 inches for the hardtop, and a weight range between 3,500 and 4,000 lbs. Fuel economy sits at approximately 10 to 14 mpg, with a fuel capacity of 26.5 gallons. This final model year also saw the discontinuation of the Gran Torino Sport, making the available models strictly Torinos or their variants.