Chronology
Previous model: EA Falcon
Next model: ED Falcon
Date of Introduction
The EB Falcon was introduced in July 1991 (Series 2 April 1992), replacing the EA Falcon
Replaced August 1993. The EB Falcon was on sale for about 25 months
Model Line Up
Falcon Gl Sedan
Falcon Gli Sedan
EB Falcon Gl Wagon
Falcon Gli Wagon
Falcon S Sedan
S Wagon
Falcon S Xr6 Sedan
Falcon S Xr8 Sedan
Fairmont Sedan
Fairmont Wagon
EB Fairmont Ghia Sedan
Fairmont Ghia Wagon
Prices at Time of Introduction
Manual GL Sedan: $24 042
Falcon GL Wagon: $25 644
S Sedan: $28 561
S Wagon: $29 525
XR8 Sedan: $32 595
Fairmont Sedan: $31 906
Fairmont Wagon: $34 209
EB Fairmont Ghia sedan: $39 530
Fairmont Ghia Wagon: $41 606
Total Number Built
Total EBs built: EBI 36 374, EBII: 84 847
Identification Information
Similar to the previous model but badge was moved to the new look grille, side indicators were added.
Engines
3.9L
Type: Overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, aluminium
Number of cylinder: Six
Capacity: 3.9 litres
Bore and stroke: 92 x 99 mm
Power: 120kW at 4250rpm
Torque: 311Nm at 3250rpm
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
3.9L multi-point
Type: Overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, aluminium
Number of cylinders: Six
Capacity: 3.9 litres
Bore and stroke: 93 x 99 mm
Power: 139kW at 4250rpm
Torque: 338Nm at 3500rpm
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
4.0L (Series II)
Type: Overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, aluminium
Number of cylinders: Six
Capacity: 4.0L
Bore and stroke: 92 x 99 mm
Power: 148kW at 4500rpm
Torque: 348Nm at 3750rpm
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
4.0L (Series II S XR6)
Type: Overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, aluminium
Number of cylinders: Six
Capacity: 4.0 litres
Bore and stroke: 93 x 99 mm
Power: 161kW at 4600rpm
Torque: 365Nm at 3650rpm
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
5.0L
Type:Pushrod overhead valve, 2 valves per cylinder, vee configuration
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, Cast iron
Number of cylinders: Eight
Capacity: 5.0L
Bore and stroke: 102 x 76 mm
Power: 165kW at 4500rpm
Torque: 388Nm at 3000rpm
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
Transmissions
Manual
Type: BTRT5 five speed manual (3.9L, 3.9L Multipoint EFI, 5.0L V8)
1st: 3.50:1
2nd: 2.14:1
3rd: 1.39:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.78:1
Reverse: 3.39:1
Type: Five-speed manual (EB II 4.0L)
1st: 3.25:1
2nd: 1.99:1
3rd: 1.29:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.79:1
Reverse: 3.15:1
Type: BTRT5 Five-speed manual (EB II V8)
1st: 2.95:1
2nd: 1,94:1
3rd: 1.34:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.73:1
Reverse: 2.76:1
Automatic
Type: BTR95LE Four-speed automatic
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
4th: 0.69:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Type: BTR95LE Four-speed automatic (EB II)
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
4th: 0.69:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Type: BTRT5 Five-speed automatic (EB Falcon GT)
1st: 3.35:1
2nd: 1.99:1
3rd: 1.33:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.72:1
Type: BTR95LE Four-speed automatic (EB GT)
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
4th: 0.68:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Rear Axle Ratio
Manual
3.9L Multi point EFI: 2.92:1
V8: 3.27:1
Automatic
EFI: 3.08:1
Multi point EFI:3.23:1
V8:3.27:1
EB II: 3.27:1
GT Manual: 3.27:1
GT Automatic: 3.45:1
XR6 Manual: 3.45:1
Clutch
Single dry plate, diaphragm spring, cable operated
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front: Short and long arm, long spindle with single rate coil springs, twin tube telescopic shock absorbers and stabiliser bar.
S, S XR, Fairmont Ghia sedans: Uprated coil springs and shock absorbers with lower ride height
Rear
Sedan: Live axle, four trailing arms with Watts linkage telescopic shock
absorbers, coil springs and stabiliser bar;
Wagon: Live axle with leaf springs and telescopic shock absorbers;
S, S XR-, Fairmont Ghia sedans: Uprated coil springs and shock absorbers with lower ride height
Steering
Power assisted rack and pinion
Brakes
Front: Power assisted 287mm ventilated discs, optional anti-lock braking system
Rear: Power assisted 287mm discs, optional anti-lock braking system
Exhaust
6 Cylinder: Three Muffler system incorporating three way catalytic converter
V8: Twin Pipe
Electrical
12 volt with electronic ignition with EEC-4 Engine management system
Wheels
Falcon GL: 14 x 6 inch JJ steel
Optional: 15 x 7 inch JJ alloy
Falcon S, S XR6: 15 x 7 inch JJ alloy
Fairmont: 15 x 6.5 inch JJ alloy
Fairmont Ghia: 15 x 6.5 inch JJ alloy
Tyres
Falcon GL: P195/75 HR14
Optional – P215/65 HR14, P205/65 HR15
Falcon S, S XR6: P205/65 HR15
Fairmont: P205/65 HR15
Optional – P215/65 HR14, P205/65 HR15
Fairmont Ghia – Michelin P205/65 HR15
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Wheelbase: 2794mm
Length: 4811mm
Width: 1857mm
Height: 1399mm
Front Track: 1546mm
Rear Track: 1533mm
Kerb Weight: 1418kg
Turning Circle: 11m
Fuel Tank: 68 Litres
Boot Capacity: 470 Litres
Exterior Dimensions (Wagon)
Total Length: 5003mm
Height At Kerb Weight: 1483mm
Total Width: 1857mm
Wheelbase: 1857mm
Front Track: 1546mm
Rear Track: 1533mm
Kerb Weight: 1508kgs
Turning Circle: 11.4m
Fuel Tank Capacity: 72.0 Litres
Luggage Capacity: 1466 Litres
Interior Dimensions (Sedan)
Front Headroom: 975mm
Rear Headroom: 975mm
Front Shoulder Room: 1527mm
Rear Shoulder Room: 1515mm
Front Hip Room: 1475mm
Rear Hip Room: 1245mm
Front Leg Room: 1080mm
Rear Leg Room: 988mm
Interior Dimensions (Wagon)
Front Headroom: 984mm
Rear Headroom: 1039mm
Front Shoulder Room: 1527mm
Rear Shoulder Room: 1515mm
Front Hip Room: 1475mm
Rear Hip Room: 1245mm
Front Leg Room: 1080mm
Rear Leg Room: 988mm