• Ford Broncos are excellent vehicles for muddy or wet conditions.muddy track image by Edsweb from Fotolia.com
  
  The Ford Bronco was produced between 1966 and 1996. In 1979, this stylish sport utility vehicle featured standard square headlights and emissions control equipment. Popular both on and off the road, the 1979 Ford Bronco was built as a strong, powerful vehicle still seen on highways and off-road areas throughout the country.
  
  

Performance

• The powerful engine in the Ford Bronco can handle hills and other off-road areas.engine image by peter Hires Images from Fotolia.com
  
  The 1979 Ford Bronco came factory equipped with an inline six-cylinder engine. The standard engine was a 5.8-liter V-8 although customers could upgrade to a more powerful, 6.6-liter V-8. All 1979 Broncos feature front and rear shocks and a front stabilizer bar, with a rear stabilizer bar as an option. The standard fuel tank holds 25 gallons, though an upgrade offered a 32-gallon fuel tank. The standard transmission was a manual four-speed; a three-speed automatic was offered as an option. New features in 1979 included an air pump, vapor canister and catalytic converter. Front disc brakes came standard on this model.
  
  

Exterior

• Factory detailing gave the 1979 Ford Bronco a distinct, Western appearance.Doors of vintage car sepia toned image by Roman Sigaev from Fotolia.com
  
  The thick, ladder type frame of the 1979 Ford Bronco is designed for off-road driving. Tri-color tape strips are characteristic of the Bronco's appearance, and factory color combinations included orange, tan and crème or blue, white and green. Chromatic striping was also available. Black bumpers came standard on this model, and low-mounted Western mirrors added to the vehicle's country-themed style. Steel wheels were available in white or chrome yellow.
  
  

Interior

• The 1979 Ford Bronco featured vinyl stick shift covers and wood-tone paneling.Modern leather interior of the new car image by terex from Fotolia.com
  
  The 1979 Ford Bronco has deep, front bucket seats made of foam covered in either vinyl or a vinyl and cloth combo. Captain's chairs were an available upgrade for this model. Factory seat cover colors included red, black, blue, jade or sand. The interior has cut-pile carpeting and wood-tone accents on the door panels. Rear flip and fold benches provide space for passengers or for storage. Illuminated vanity mirrors and an audio package are also standard interior features.
  
  

Protection

• The highly protected framework of the 1979 Ford Bronco made this model safer for off-road conditions.off road image by Pencho Tihov from Fotolia.com
  
  The 1979 Bronco has front tow hooks and an inside locking hood release. Additional features include a locking gas cap, spare tire lock and locking glove box. For safety on or off the road, bright-edged door guards and front bumper guards protect the frame from damage. The frame has a mono beam suspension and forged steel radius rods, which come in handy for off-road adventures.