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Ford Cortina 1981
The 1981 Ford Cortina carries a braked towing capacity of up to 907 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Ford Cortina is also known as the Ford Consul Cortina in markets outside Australia.
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Ford Cortina 1981 Price and Specs
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| Ford Cortina Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghia | Sedan | 2.0L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $1,980 | $3,080 | |
| Ghia | Sedan | 4.1L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $2,090 | $3,300 | |
| Ghia | Sedan | 3.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $2,090 | $3,300 | |
| Ghia | Sedan | 3.3L Leaded 4 SP MAN | $1,980 | $3,080 | |
| Ghia | Wagon | 3.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $2,310 | $3,630 | |
| Ghia | Wagon | 4.1L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $2,310 | $3,630 | |
| Ghia | Wagon | 2.0L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $2,090 | $3,300 | |
| Ghia | Wagon | 3.3L Leaded 4 SP MAN | $2,090 | $3,300 | |
Ford Cortina 1981 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1981 Ford Cortina will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Ford Cortina spans from 13x4.5 inches.
| Ford Cortina Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| GL | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| Ghia | Sedan | — | 13x5.5 inches | — | 13x5.5 inches | |
| L | Wagon | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| GL | Wagon | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| Ghia | Wagon | — | 13x5.5 inches | — | 13x5.5 inches | |
Ford Cortina 1981 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Ford Cortina here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Good-looking cougar
I WOULD buy something else rather than gamble on a Cougar. It was yet another car imported by Ford to fill a hole while it was in an even deeper one with the Falcon. It was a good looker, and I'm guessing that is what got you hooked. It had reasonable performance, though my rating of it at the time was that it was a little too soft. Ford stocks parts and will do for a few years, but will eventually stop stocking them. I would look to something such as a Toyota Celica.
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Ford Cortina 1981 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1981 Ford Cortina are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1700mm x 1342mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Ford Cortina Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L | Sedan | 1339x1700x4413 mm | 147 mm | |
| GL | Sedan | 1339x1700x4413 mm | 147 mm | |
| Ghia | Sedan | 1339x1700x4413 mm | 147 mm | |
| L | Wagon | 1342x1700x4500 mm | 148 mm | |
| GL | Wagon | 1342x1700x4500 mm | 148 mm | |
| Ghia | Wagon | 1342x1700x4500 mm | 148 mm | |
Ford Cortina 1981 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1981 Ford Cortina is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Ford Cortina is available with the following fuel type: Leaded.
| Ford Cortina Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghia | Sedan | 4.1L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | — | |
| Ghia | Sedan | 4.1L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | — | |
| Ghia | Wagon | 4.1L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | — | |
| Ghia | Wagon | 4.1L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | — | |
Ford Cortina 1981 Towing capacity
The Ford Cortina has maximum towing capacity of 907kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Ford Cortina Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L | Sedan | 2.0L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 907kg | |
| L | Sedan | 2.0L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 907kg | |
| GL | Sedan | 2.0L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 907kg | |
| L | Sedan | 3.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 907kg | |
| L | Wagon | 2.0L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 907kg | |
| L | Wagon | 2.0L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 907kg | |
| GL | Wagon | 2.0L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 907kg | |
| L | Wagon | 3.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 907kg | |
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