Ford Mustang, Your Best Partner on the Road

Ford Mustang, a beautiful combination of names, a man and a powerful horse. This car was not measured in CC but in horsepower, which would literally be used to power the car. Now, let us talk about this car model that has seen uninterrupted production for five decades straight.

First Generation

The 1st generation Ford Mustang was manufactured from March 1964 until 1973. The Mustang’s styling, with its short deck and long hood, proved inspired and popular in a host of competitions. The low-end model hardtop used a “U-code” equipped with a 2.8L straight-6 engine taken from the Falcon, as well as a 3-speed manual transmission. 

Mustang 1964–1966 come fitted with 170 cu in (2.8 L) Thriftpower I6, 200 cu in (3.3 L) Thriftpower I6, 260 cu in (4.3 L) small-block V8, 289 cu in (4.7 L) small-block V8, and 289 cu in (4.7 L) small-block HiPo V8. These engines are linked to either a 3-speed manual, 4-speed manual, or 3-speed automatic.

Mustang 1967–1968 comes fitted with several engines capacities such as 200 cu in (3.3 L) Thriftpower I6, 289 cu in (4.7 L) small-block V8, 302 cu in (4.9 L) small-block V8, 390 cu in (6.4 L) FE V8, 427 cu in (7.0 L) FE HiPo V8 and 428 cu in (7.0 L) Cobra Jet V8. 

Mustang 1969–1970 fitted with more engine size including 3.3 L (200 cu in) Thriftpower I6, 4.1L (250 cu in) Thriftpower I6, 4.9L (302 cu in) small-block V8, 4.9L (302 cu in) Boss V8, 5.8L (351 cu in) Windsor V8, 5.8L (351 cu in) Cleveland V8, 6.4L (390 cu in) FE V8, 7.0L (428 cu in) Cobra Jet & Super Cobra Jet V8, and 7.0L (429 cu in) Boss V8.

Facelift

Mustang 1971–1973 grew in size, received 3 inches in width in order to accommodate Ford’s big block 429 cu in (7.0 L) V8 without the need for an extensive suspension redesign and offered 3 body styles: SportsRoof, convertible, and Hardtop (available in base or Grande trim) Hardtop (available in base or Grande trim).

Mustang 1971–1973 comes fitted with a few engines size such as 250 cu in (4.1 L) Thriftpower I6, 302 cu in (4.9 L) small-block V8, 351 cu in (5.8 L) Cleveland V8, and 429 cu in (7.0 L) Cobra Jet & Super Cobra Jet V8.

Second Generation

The 2nd generation Ford Mustang was produced in 1974 – 1978, marketed as the Ford Mustang II. The Mustang II steering was improved from the previous generation by using a pinion and rack design. It comes fitted with 140 cu in (2.3 L) Lima I4, 171 cu in (2.8 L) Cologne V6, and 302 cu in (4.9 L) Windsor V8. These engines are linked to a 4-speed manual or 3-speed C3 automatic

Third Generation

The third generation from 1979 to 1993 saw the betterment of the Mustang, with a longer and modified interior to comfortably seat four passengers. This Mustang had the “4 eyes” (four headlights) as well as both the triangle-shaped front clip and a more rounded front clip later on. The EFI engine changed carburetors in 1986 and shock absorbers were improved to four.

Fourth Generation

From 1994 to 2004 fourth generation, the Mustang has major changes in 15 years. The previous small-block V8 was replaced by the 4.6 L V8 rated at 168 kW. The car got sharper contours, creases in its bodywork, and even larger wheel arches.

Fifth Generation

The fifth generation was produced from 2005 to 2014, with the style of the late 60s; referred to by the Ford group as “retro-futurism”. This generation offers base models, and GTs, and has new wheel sizes, new spring rates, dampers, and an increase of power.

Sixth Generation

The 6th and current generation of Ford Mustang (S550) was introduced in 2015. The Mustang comes powered by a fully independent back suspension, as well as an optional 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged and direct-injected 4-cylinder engine. 

The 6th generation is also the first Ford Mustang to be marketed and sold internationally and represented the first time that factory right-hand-drive Mustangs were manufactured in addition to the left-hand drive models. 

Special Edition Ford Mustangs

There was a 1984 GT-350 that marked Mustang’s 20th anniversary, the 1999 35th anniversary edition, the 2004 40th anniversary edition, the 2009 45th anniversary edition, and the 2003 centennial edition. Also, the limited-edition Warrior Mustang model was sold exclusively to members of the military who are serving overseas. Only 50 of these special edition models were produced.

Finally

The Mustang offers a very powerful V8 5.0L, which needs either the Mach 1 model or the GT. With the standard manual transmission, upgraded limited-slip differential, Brembo front brakes, unique chassis tuning, and stickier summer tires, you will surely have a pleasant driving experience. You can check the Ford Mustang stocklist to get your own model now.