It is common to find buyers of the Ford Explorer enthusiastic about their purchase. The Explorer has been one of the premier vehicles of the Ford line for years. It is considered an institution of a truck and the 1992 model is no exception. The Ford Explorer falls into the sport utility for the family category. The Explorer inspires brand loyalty, and it's not unusual to have a buyer purchase Fords year after year It is a constant that only gets better with age.

Ford Explorer Engine Specs

The restyled Explorer Sport is equipped with a Ford 4.0-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 12 valves. The engine is paired with a Toyo Kogyo (Mazda) 5-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ford.

The Explorer uses power-assisted brakes, with 2-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses coil and leaf springs front and rear respectively.

The fuel system for the 1992 Explorer is a EFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 19.00 gallons.

Vehicle Statistics

The Explorer is 174.40 inches long, 70.20 inches wide, and 67.50 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 102.10 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the Explorer is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sport utility market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $22,159 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1992 Explorer gets 19 - 21 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 - 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a sport utility truck.

The vehicle is available in several colors.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Ford Explorer Sport sold well in 1992. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Ford, specifically a Explorer.

Tags: 2-Door, Ford Explorer, Sport, Sport Utility, United States market

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