What cars did Ford make in 1982?
In 1982 Ford produced a diverse mix of passenger cars across markets, notably the Mustang, Escort, Fairmont, Capri and Thunderbird in North America, and the Fiesta, Escort, Capri, Granada and Sierra in Europe. This year reflected Ford’s ongoing strategy of refreshing its lineup with compact and mid-size options while introducing new models to key markets. The following sections outline the cars Ford made in 1982, with regional distinctions explained.
North American lineup
The United States and Canada hosted a mix of sporty, compact and mid-size sedans during the 1982 model year. The list below captures the main passenger-car nameplates Ford offered in North America that year.
- Ford Mustang
- Ford Escort
- Ford Fairmont
- Ford Capri
- Ford Thunderbird
These offerings show Ford’s balance between performance-oriented coupes and practicality-focused sedans in the North American market of the early 1980s.
European and international lineup
Across Europe and other markets, Ford featured a broader range of compact to mid-size cars, including a notable new launch in 1982. The list below highlights the models commonly associated with Ford’s 1982 European and international catalog.
- Ford Fiesta
- Ford Escort (European market)
- Ford Capri
- Ford Granada
- Ford Sierra (launched in 1982)
Ford’s European lineup in 1982 emphasized efficiency and everyday usability, with the Sierra marking a key transition in design and engineering for the continent.
Additional notes
Model availability varied by country and trim level. Some nameplates appeared in multiple regions under different configurations, and regional editions or branding conventions could affect the exact lineup in a given market.
Summary
In 1982 Ford offered a global mix of cars that balanced performance and practicality. In North America, the focus was on the Mustang, Escort, Fairmont, Capri and Thunderbird, while in Europe the portfolio included the Fiesta, Escort, Capri, Granada and the newly launched Sierra. The year underscored Ford’s strategy to refresh its global catalog with regionally tailored products and a notable introduction that would shape its European lineup for years to come.
