These are standard specifications for the 1974 Ford Torino, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
Manual , Automatic Cruise-O-Matic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1972 - 1976 |
| Price : | $3,175-$4,375 |
| Weight : | 3510 lbs | 1592.109 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'F' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 140 BHP (103.04 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'H' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L. |
| Power : | 162 HP (119.232 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'S' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L. |
| Power : | 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 3400 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Compression : | 6.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'A' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 7538 cc | 460.0 cu in. | 7.5 L. |
| Power : | 215 HP (158.24 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.4 in | 111 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.9 in | 98 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Carter 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'Q' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L. |
| Power : | 255 HP (187.68 KW) @ 5600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Compression : | 7.9:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 4-barrel carburetor | |
Manual , Automatic Cruise-O-Matic
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1974 : | 2,179,791 |
| Total 1974 Torino production : | 428,625 |
| 1974 Ford Torino | |
| Gran Torino Brougham HardTop Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 26,402 |
| Gran Torino Brougham Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 11,464 |
| Gran Torino Elite HardTop Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 96,604 |
| Gran Torino Hardtop Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 76,290 |
| Gran Torino Hardtop Sport Coupe 2 dr. 5 P : | 23,142 |
| Gran Torino Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 72,728 |
| Gran Torino Squire Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 22,837 |
| Gran Torino Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 29,866 |
| Hardtop Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 22,738 |
| Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 31,161 |
| Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 15,393 |
Dimension(s)
Hardtop Coupe
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 212.0 in | 5385 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 114.0 in | 2896 mm. |
Sedan
| Price : | $3,175 |
| Weight : | 3790 lbs | 1719.115 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 216.0 in | 5486 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 118.0 in | 2997 mm. |
Station Wagon
| Price : | $3,753 |
| Weight : | 4173 lbs | 1892.841 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 222.0 in | 5639 mm. |
| Width : | 79.0 in | 2007 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 118.0 in | 2997 mm. |
Gran Torino Hardtop Sport Coupe
| Price : | $3,760 |
| Weight : | 3770 lbs | 1710.043 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 212.0 in | 5385 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 114.0 in | 2896 mm. |
Gran Torino Sedan
| Price : | $3,390 |
| Weight : | 3849 lbs | 1745.877 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 216.0 in | 5486 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 118.0 in | 2997 mm. |
Gran Torino Hardtop Coupe
| Price : | $3,487 |
| Weight : | 3650 lbs | 1655.612 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 212.0 in | 5385 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 114.0 in | 2896 mm. |
Gran Torino Station Wagon
| Price : | $3,956 |
| Weight : | 4210 lbs | 1909.624 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 222.0 in | 5639 mm. |
| Width : | 79.0 in | 2007 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 118.0 in | 2997 mm. |
Gran Torino Squire Station Wagon
| Price : | $4,235 |
| Weight : | 4248 lbs | 1926.86 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 222.0 in | 5639 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 118.0 in | 2997 mm. |
Gran Torino Brougham Sedan
| Price : | $3,900 |
| Weight : | 3890 lbs | 1764.474 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 216.0 in | 5486 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 118.0 in | 2997 mm. |
Gran Torino Brougham HardTop Coupe
| Price : | $3,910 |
| Weight : | 3795 lbs | 1721.383 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 212.0 in | 5385 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 114.0 in | 2896 mm. |
Gran Torino Elite HardTop Coupe
| Price : | $4,375 |
| Weight : | 4090 lbs | 1855.193 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 212.0 in | 5385 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 114.0 in | 2896 mm. |
Handling
Recall
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 74V011000 |
| Notes | POSSIBILITY THAT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE SPEED CONTROL OPTION MAY HAVE THEVENT SOLENOID ARMATURE BIND WITHIN THE SERVO ASSEMBLY BECAUSE OF AN UNDERSIZEBRASS EYELET THAT GUIDES THE ARMATURE.SHOULD THIS CONDITION OCCUR, THE SPEEDCONTROL SYSTEM WILL MAINTAIN OR, IF THE BINDING OCCURS IN THE ACCELERATOR MODE,IT WILL INCREASE THE SPEED OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING EVEN THOUGH THEDRIVER ATTEMPTS TO DISENGAGE THE SYSTEM.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGWITH IMPROVED PARTS). |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 74V048000 |
| Notes | FORD CAMPAIGN NO 118.POSSIBILITY THAT TORINO TWO DOOR HARDTOP MODELS WEREINADVERTENTLY BUILT WITH PASSENGER CAR SEAT BELTS IN THE RIGHT-HAND REARSEATING POSITION.WITH THE ADVERSE DIMENSIONAL TOLERANCES OF THE SEAT BELT ANDRETRACTOR, A SMALL CHILD MAY NOT BE RESTRAINED BY THE BELT ASSEMBLY AS THELENGTH OF WEBBING EXTENDED MAY BE INSUFFICIENT TO PLACE THE RETRACTOR IN THELOCK-UP MODE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING PROPER SEAT BELTS WHERENECESSARY). |
| Component | TIRES:TREAD/BELT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 74V118000 |
| Notes | FORD CAMPAIGN NO 127.POSSIBILITY THAT THE FIRESTONE HR78-15 TIRES INSTALLEDMAY HAVE BEEN UNDERCURED DURING THE VULCANIZING PROCESS.THIS CONDITIONRESULTS IN LOCALIZED OVERHEATING AT THE TIRE SHOULDER OR LOWER SIDEWALL THATCOULD CAUSE CHUNKING AND/OR SEPARATION, RESULTING IN RAPID LOSS OF AIR DURINGVEHICLE OPERATION.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING TIRES WITH NEW TIRESWHEN NECESSARY).NOTE0 ALSO SEE FIRESTONE TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY EQUIPMENTCAMPAIGN NUMBER 74E-017UCH.MODEL DOMSTART DOMEND.FORD 1974MAR - 1974JUN.TORINO 1974JUN - 1974JUN.F100 1974MAR - 1974JUN. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19730701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 73V181000 |
| Notes | FORD CAMPAIGN NO H-OB.POSSIBILITY THAT THE 2V CARBURETOR USED ON 302, 351 AND400CID ENGINES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE MISALIGNMENT BETWEEN THETRANSMISSION LINKAGE LEVER AND ADJUSTING SCREW ASSEMBLY AND THE THROTTLE LEVERTAB.IF CONDITION EXISTS, IT MAY CAUSE CONTACT BETWEEN THE SCREW THREADS ANDTHE EDGE OF THE THROTTLE LEVER TAB AND CAUSE THROTTLE TO STICK IN AN OPENPOSITION.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REALIGNING LINKAGE WHERE NECESSARY). |
Data updated January 2023
1974 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $3,750 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $13,900 |
| Avg. Home : | $34,900 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.55 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1974 Ford Torino?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1974 Ford Torino? A: The 1974 Ford Torino has wheelbase sizes of 114.00 and 118.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1974 Ford Torino? A: The 1974 Ford Torino has lengths of 212.00-, 216.00-, 222.00-inches.Q: What is the width of the 1974 Ford Torino? A: The 1974 Ford Torino has width of 79.00 and 80.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1974 Ford Torino cost when new?A: The 1974 Ford Torino cost approximately $3,175 to $4,375 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1974 Ford Torino? A: The 1974 Ford Torino was offered as a Gran Torino Brougham HardTop Coupe, Gran Torino Brougham Sedan, Gran Torino Elite HardTop Coupe, Gran Torino Hardtop Coupe, Gran Torino Hardtop Sport Coupe, Gran Torino Sedan, Gran Torino Squire Station Wagon, Gran Torino Station Wagon, Hardtop Coupe, Sedan, Station Wagon.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1974? A: Ford produced 2,179,791 automobiles in 1974.Q: How many 1974 Torinos were produced? A: Ford produced 428,625 examples of the Torino in 1974.Q: What engines did the 1974 Ford Torino have? A: The 1974 Ford Torino had the following engine options: V 8 (4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 140 BHP (103.04 KW) @ 3800 RPM V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 162 HP (119.232 KW) @ 4000 RPM V 8 (6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 3400 RPM V 8 (7538 cc | 460.0 cu in. | 7.5 L.) with 215 HP (158.24 KW) @ 4000 RPM V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 255 HP (187.68 KW) @ 5600 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1974 Ford Torino have? A: The 1974 Ford Torino had the following gearbox options: Manual, Automatic Cruise-O-Matic.