Chronology
Next model: EA Falcon
Previous model: XE Falcon
Date of Introduction
The XF Falcon was introduced October 19, 1984, replacing the XE Falcon. The XF Falcon was replaced by the EA Falcon
Model Line Up
XF Falcon GL Sedan
Fairmont Sedan
Fairmont Ghia Sedan
XF Falcon GL Wagon
Fairmont Wagon
Utility
Van
Prices at Time of Introduction
GL Manual Sedan $12 007
Fairmont Sedan: $15 042
Fairmont Ghia Sedan: $19 857
XF Falcon GL Wagon: $12 835
Fairmont Wagon: $16 214
Number Built
278 101
Identification Information
Similar in shape to the previous models but with more rounded styling.
Engines
3.3 “Alloy Head”
Type: Aluminium Alloy cross-flow pushrod valve actuation, chain driven camshaft, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type, seven bearing crankshaft
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 200 cubic inches (3.273 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 93 x 80mm
Power: 90kw at 4100rpm
Torque: 240Nm at 2300rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.15:1
Fuel System: Weber ADM twin venturi downdraft, sequential throttle, fixed jet carburettor
3.3 “Alloy Head” Unleaded
Type: Aluminium Alloy cross-flow pushrod valve actuation, chain driven camshaft, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type, seven bearing crankshaft
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 200 cubic inches (3.273 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 93 x 80mm
Power: 88kw at 4000rpm
Torque: 235Nm at 2200rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.66:1
Fuel System: Weber ADM twin venturi downdraft, sequential throttle, fixed jet carburettor
4.1 “Alloy Head”
Type: Aluminium Alloy cross-flow pushrod valve actuation, chain driven camshaft, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type, seven bearing crankshaft
Number of Cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 250 cubic inches (4.10 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 93 x 99mm
Power: 103kw at 3750rpm
Torque: 316Nm at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.35:1
Fuel System: Weber ADM twin venturi downdraft, sequential throttle, fixed jet carburettor
4.1 “Alloy Head” EFI
Type: Aluminium Alloy cross-flow pushrod valve actuation, chain driven camshaft, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type, seven bearing crankshaft
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 250 cubic inches (4.10 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 93 x 99mm
Power: 120kw at 4000rpm
Torque: 333Nm at 3000rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel System: EEC 4 Fuel Injection
4.1 “Alloy Head” Unleaded (from February 1986)
Type: Aluminium Alloy cross-flow pushrod valve actuation, chain driven camshaft, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type, seven bearing crankshaft
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 250 cubic inches (4.10 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 93 x 99mm
Power: 98kw at 3600rpm
Torque: 316Nm at 3000rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.7:1
Fuel System: Weber ADM twin venturi downdraft, sequential throttle, fixed jet carburettor
4.1 “Alloy Head” EFI Unleaded (from February 1986)
Type: Aluminium Alloy cross-flow pushrod valve actuation, chain driven camshaft, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type, seven bearing crankshaft
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 250 cubic inches (4.10 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 93 x 99mm
Power: 121kw at 4000rpm
Torque: 325Nm at 3000rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.7:1
Fuel System: EEC 4 fuel injection
Transmissions
Manual
Type: Three-speed Borg-Warner manual (3.3 and 4.1L models)
1st: 2.95:1
2nd: 1.69:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.67:1
Type: Four-speed Borg-Warner manual (3.3)
1st: 3.47:1
2nd: 1.96:1
3rd: 1.26:1
4th: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.47:1
Type: Four-speed Borg-Warner manual (4.1)
1st: 3.50:1
2nd: 2.00:1
3rd: 1.43:1
4th: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.47:1
Type: Five-speed Borg-Warner manual (3.3)
1st: 3.47:1
2nd: 1.96:1
3rd: 1.26:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.79:1
Reverse: 3.37:1
Type: Five-Speed Borg-Warner manual (4.1)
1st: 3.50:1
2nd: 2.14:1
3rd: 1.39:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.78:1
Reverse: 3.39:1
Automatic
Type: Three-speed Borg-Warner 35-3 automatic (3.3 and 4.1)
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.20:1
Rear Axle Ratios
Salisbury type rigid rear axle with tubular steel pressed cast iron centre differential section. Limited slip diff available as an option.
3.3 and 4.1 litre: 2.77:1
3.3 and 4.1 litre (after October 1986): 2.92:1
3.3 litre ute and van: 3.50:1
Longreach: 3.27:1
XR6 ute: 3.45:1
Clutch
Single dry plate clutch, spring, cable operated
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front: Independent short/long arm. Progressive rate coil springs mounted on upper arm. Twin tube telescopic shock absorber. Bilstein single tube gas filled with ESP option) mounted coaxially with three rear coil spring, stabiliser bar
Rear (Sedan only): Four trailing arms with Watts linkage. Coil type springing (with multiple rate) mounted on rear axle. Twin tube telescopic shock absorber Bilstein single tube gas filled with ESP option) mounted coaxially with three rear coil spring, stabiliser bar.
Rear (Wagons, Ute’s, Van’s): Conventional semi-elliptic leaf
Country Ride: Optional Heavy Duty suspension, 15% increase to spring rate, 18mm increase in ride height on sedans and wagons, heavy duty shock absorbers
Sports Handling Suspension: 15% increase to spring rate, 10mm decrease in ride height, front stabiliser increased from 22mm to 24mm
Steering
Recirculating ball, 20:1 ratio, 5 turns lock to lock
optional variable ratio power steering, 17:1 – 11:1, 2.4 turns lock to lock
Brakes
Split circuit hydraulic system
Power assisted dual circuit booster
Alloy master cylinder with integral pressure proportioning valve and pressure differential switch
Front: Ventilated disc 286 x 24mm single piston, self adjusting floating caliper
Rear:
GL and Fairmont: 254 x 44mm self-adjusting dual servo drums
Fairmont Ghia (optional on other models): Ventilated disc 286 x 24mm single piston, self adjusting floating caliper
Swept area: 720 square cm
Note: From October 1986 all models fitted with all-round disc brakes
Electrical
12 volt, coil and distributor ignition
Exhaust
Cast iron exhaust manifold with aluminised front expansion chamber, mid-mounted muffler and rear pipe
Wheels
5.50 x 14 steel
6.00 x 14 steel
6.00 x 14 alloy
7.00 x 15 alloy
Tyres
Falcon, GL, Fairmont Sedan: CR78 S14
Falcon Ute, Van, GL Wagon, Fairmont Wagon: ER78 S14
Fairmont Ghia: Michelin 205/65 HR 15
Optional ER70 H14, P195/75, SR14, P215/65 HR14
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Total Length: 4774mm
Total Width: 1860mm
Height At Kerb Weight: 1367mm
Wheelbase: 2829mm
Front Track: 1550mm
Rear Track: 1525mm
Kerb Weight: 1333kg
Fuel Tank: 66.0 Litres (50 Litre Tank Optional)
Turning Circle: 11.0 Metres
Luggage Capacity: 410 Litres
Interior Dimensions (Sedan)
Front Headroom: 955mm
Rear Headroom: 949mm
Front Shoulder Room: 1502mm
Rear Shoulder Room: 1500mm
Front Hip Room: 1492mm
Rear Hip Room: 1492mm
Front Leg Room: 1064mm
Rear Leg Room: 968mm