Ford Bronco®: A 4x4 Legend

En 1966, esta nueva estirpe de vehículo todo terreno se impuso en el mercado y fue elegida por los amantes de las aventuras de todas partes, para definir el diseño de la SUV moderna.

1987-1991

Generación 4: La Era Aerodinámica

La información de esta página se obtuvo de "Ford Bronco: A History of Ford's Legendary 4x4" de Todd Zuercher.

A vintage orange 1987 Ford Bronco® model parked in front of a rocky landscape

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For Generation 4, a trend toward aerodynamic design forged ahead, with sculpted edges (both inside and out) replacing boxy corners. En la parte de ingeniería, un nuevo tren motriz y las actualizaciones de seguridad fueron los protagonistas.

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El Nuevo Diseño de la Aventura

Known affectionately by enthusiasts as the "brick nose," the 1987 Bronco boasted a more aerodynamic silhouette than its "bull nose" predecessors. Right angles and jutting edges gave way to dynamic sloping lines for the body, bumpers and mirrors. And headlights were flush with the front end. A revamped interior featured rounded surfaces in the dashboard, instrument cluster, and climate controls.

A vintage 1988 two-tone Ford Bronco® model parked in front of a desert landscape

Generation 4 saw powertrain advancements. In 1987-88, the 300 six and 351W 5.8L V8 engines were paired with electronic fuel injection. A 5-speed manual transmission was introduced in 1988 and as well as an all-new Borg Warner 1345 transfer case with optional Touch Drive electric shift.

A vintage 1987 red Ford Bronco® model parked amidst a desert landscape

In 1987, the Bronco gained a new safety feature. Active in 2WD only, the ABS system used a combination of sensors, the vehicle computer, and controlled valves to modulate the hydraulic pressure in the rear brake lines. This new feature boosted stopping power, safety and overall confidence on the trail.

The Inside Story: Special Edition

El modelo 1991 fue testigo de la introducción de dos nuevos paquetes de versiones para propietarios de Bronco, cada uno para satisfacer la demografía única en la década. Ford celebrated the 25th anniversary of Bronco offering a limited-production model called the Silver Anniversary Edition. En el lado opuesto del espectro estaba la Bronco Nite Edition.

A 1991 Ford Bronco® Nite Edition model parked in front of a mountain landscape

Design delved into its dark side with black paint and blacked-out body trim, offset by bold decal graphics. Aegean Blue-striped trucks had Crystal Blue and Dark Charcoal interiors and the Azalea Pink was found sitting in a Scarlet Red interior. Collectors know, 1991 saw only 383 Nite Edition Broncos made.

A 1990 Ford Bronco® Silver Anniversary Edition model parked in front of a mountain landscape

1987 saw the the introduction of a rear anti-locking brake system (ABS). Active in 2WD only, it used a combination of sensors, the vehicle computer, and hydraulic pressure-controlled valves to modulate pressure in the rear brake lines. This boosted stopping control and overall confidence on the trail.

El interior del modelo Ford Bronco® 1987

Para la Generación 4, las configuraciones de asientos incluían asientos individuales delanteros con respaldo bajo, un asiento de banco delantero, asientos tipo capitán y un asiento trasero plegable. If Captain's chairs were selected, a center console between the seat with built-in cup holders was a popular option.