Ford Mustang (United States of America, 1979-1993)

A fresh new Mustang, generation III, came out in 1979, surviving the oil crisis of the 1970’s and regarding United States’ ever stricter safety and emissions regulations, which were forcing all car companies to adjust almost all of their model ranges.

Over the years, a large number of improvements were made to the Mustang regarding interior and exterior styling, giving it a superior comfort and a modernized look. Power was amplified as well throughout the years of production of the Mustang III.

Ford also re-added the high-performance Mustang GT variant to the lineup in 1982. To celebrate the Mustang’s 20th anniversary, Ford launched a limited edition of the model that was labeled GT350 and reproduced in nearly 5000 copies.

Early Mustang III cars were available from 88 to 140 hp versions. After some years of improvements, the 235 hp Cobra variant has the highest power output of the Mustang lineup.
The Mustang’s front engine comes with a displacement range from 2.3 to 4.9 liters (although marketed as 5.0 L), including a turbocharged 2.3 L.
This rear-wheel drive model’s top speed is estimated to be around 134 mi/h (215 km/h), although information is not rigorously precise.
The 3rd generation Mustang’s transmission is available as: 3-speed automatic, 4-speed manual or automatic, 5-speed manual.

(no data)   Platform Ford Fox platform.   Suspension Front suspension consists of McPherson struts with lower A-arms, coil springs, Koni adjustable tube shocks and an anti-roll bar. The rear suspension is a live axle with upper and lower trailing arms and Koni adjustable tube shocks.   Steering Power assisted rack-and-pinion.   Brakes Front vented discs and rear drums or vented discs vacuum assist all-round.

The 3rd Mustang, work of Ford’s styling chief Jack Telnack, could be bought as a 2-door convertible, a 2-door coupé or a 3-door hatchback.