Ford Mustang (third generation)
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The third-generation Mustang was produced by Ford from 1979 until 1993. Built on Ford's Fox platform, it is commonly referred to as the Fox body Mustang. It evolved through several sub-models, trim levels, and drivetrain combinations during its production life. It underwent updates for the 1987 model year and seemed destined for replacement with a front-wheel drive Mazda platform. However, company executives were swayed by consumer opinion and the rear-wheel drive Mustang stayed, while the front-wheel drive version was renamed the Ford Probe. Enthusiasts group the generation into two segments: the 1979–1986 cars, with their quad headlight arrangement, and the 1987–1993 cars, with their aerodynamic composite headlamps and front fascia styling. Production ended with the introduction of the fourth-generation Mustang (SN-95) for the 1994 model year.
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Ford |
Also called | Ford T5[1] |
Production | 1978 – August 26, 1993[2] |
Model years | 1979–1993 |
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Designer | Jack Telnack (1976)[4] |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Pony car |
Body style | 2-door convertible 2-door coupe 3-door hatchback |
Layout | FR layout |
Platform | Ford Fox platform |
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Powertrain | |
Engine | 2.3 L (140 cu in) Lima I4[5] 2.3 L (140 cu in) turbocharged Lima I4 3.3 L (200 cu in) Thriftpower I6 2.8 L (171 cu in) Cologne V6 3.8 L (232 cu in) Essex V6 4.2 L (255 cu in) small block V8 4.9 L (302 cu in) "5.0" small block V8[5] |
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Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 100.5 in (2,553 mm) |
Length | 179.6 in (4,562 mm) |
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Chronology | |
Predecessor | Ford Mustang (second generation) |
Successor | Ford Mustang (fourth generation) |