Model specs

1979-1982 FORD Cortina ‘80

Overview

At first glance the Cortina ‘80 didn’t look much different to the MkIV, but it received a huge number of improvements that kept it on top until the arrival of the Sierra in 1982. A bigger glass area and lamp clusters, wraparound bumpers and an aeroflow radiator grille are immediate identifiers. Build quality and rust resistance improved over the MkIV, and that means survival rate is increased. The most prized models are the wood-trimmed Ghia and the run-out Crusader, which buyers clamoured for in 1982, in preference to buying a new Sierra.

Price at launch: £3475

Price (excellent): £3000

Price (good): £1750

Price (average): £500

Price (project): £300

Performance

0-60mph:16.1secs

Top speed:87mph

Power:61bhp

Torque:68lb/ft

Engine

Configuration:in-line four

Aspiration:normal

Fuel:petrol

Fuel delivery:carburettor

Chassis

Suspension Front: Independent, wishbone, coil spring

Suspension Rear: Live rear axle, semi-trailing arms, coil springs

Drivetrain: front-engine RWD

Steering: rack and pinion

Bodyframe: metal monocoque

Transmission: Four-speed manual

Dimensions

Length: 4326mm

Wheelbase: 2578mm

Width: 1702mm

Height: 1321mm

Weight: 965kgs