These are standard specifications for the 1992 Ford Thunderbird, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 4 Automatic with Overdrive
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1989 - 1997 |
| Price : | $16,345-$22,050 |
| Weight : | 3510 lbs | 1592.109 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L. |
| Power : | 140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Torque : | 215 Ft-Lbs (292 NM) @ 2200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 97 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| Sequential Fuel Injection | |
| V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 200 BHP (147.2 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 275 Ft-Lbs (373 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Sequential Fuel Injection | |
| Supercharged V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L. |
| Power : | 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 315 Ft-Lbs (427 NM) @ 2600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 97 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.2:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| Sequential Fuel Injection | |
5 Manual , 4 Automatic with Overdrive
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1992 : | 922,488 |
| Total 1992 Thunderbird production : | 73,892 |
| 1992 Ford Thunderbird | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19870801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 96V071000 |
| Summary | THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT. |
| Consequence | THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE OVERHEATING, SMOKE, AND POSSIBLY FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN AREA OF THE VEHICLE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393. |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19910619 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 99V275000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FOG LIGHTS, IN WHICH THE HEADLIGHTS MAY GO OUT FOR VARIOUS INTERVALS AND WHICH MAY BE PRECEDED BY FLICKERING OR BLINKING AS A RESULT OF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER OPENING. |
| Consequence | DRIVER'S COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSTALL A HEADLIGHT SWITCH WHICH INCORPORATES A CIRCUIT BREAKER OF REVISED DESIGN, AND INSTALL A WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR, IF NEEDED. |
| Notes | FORD RECALL NO. 99S30.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 15, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19910805 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 97V159000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MARYLAND, MAINE, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, AND WEST VIRGINIA. MOVEMENT OF THE FUEL LINES CAUSES THE NYLON FUEL LINE JUMPER TO CHAFE AGAINST THE FLOOR PAN. THIS WEAR CAN CAUSE A PIN HOLE IN THE FUEL LINE RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. |
| Consequence | THIS FUEL LEAKAGE RESULTS IN DAMPNESS AND FUEL ODOR, AND IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WAS PRESENT, A FIRE COULD RESULT. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PLASTIC CONVOLUTE COVERING AROUND THE FUEL LINES. IF THE LINES SHOW A LEAK, THE LINES WILL BE REPLACED FIRST. |
| Notes | OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN OCTOBER 27, 1997. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393. |
Data updated January 2023
1992 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $16,950 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $30,030 |
| Avg. Home : | $122,500 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.05 |
1992 Ford Thunderbird FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1992 Ford Thunderbird?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1992 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1992 Ford Thunderbird has a wheelbase size of 113.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1992 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1992 Ford Thunderbird has a length of 198.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1992 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1992 Ford Thunderbird has a width of 72.70 inches.Q: How much did the 1992 Ford Thunderbird cost when new?A: The 1992 Ford Thunderbird cost approximately $16,345 to $22,050 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1992 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1992 Ford Thunderbird was offered as a Coupe, LX Coupe, Sport Coupe, Super Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1992? A: Ford produced 922,488 automobiles in 1992.Q: How many 1992 Thunderbirds were produced? A: Ford produced 73,892 examples of the Thunderbird in 1992.Q: What engines did the 1992 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 1992 Ford Thunderbird had the following engine options: V 6 (3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 215 Ft-Lbs (292 NM) @ 2200 RPM V 8 (4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 200 BHP (147.2 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 275 Ft-Lbs (373 NM) @ 3000 RPM Supercharged V 6 (3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 315 Ft-Lbs (427 NM) @ 2600 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1992 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 1992 Ford Thunderbird had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 4 speed Automatic with Overdrive.