1991 mustang

For the first time, annual Mustang sales dipped below , 1991 mustang, and about the only ones paying attention were nervous Ford executives. Undoubtedly, the appearance of sophisticated Japanese sport coupes like the Mitsubishi GT and Toyota Supra were 1991 mustang their toll on the market. Yet, a new Mustang was still a few years away. And you know things are mundane when the most significant mechanical changes are to the base four-cylinder engine.

Minor refinements grace the Mustang models for the year Convertibles get a tighter boot for their automatic tops, while new star-shaped inch wheels are optional on both GT and LX Mustangs. The 4-cylinder engine is updated with electronic ignition, and horsepower jumps from 88 to bhp. This is getting boring to say but there are really no major changes to the Mustang again this year. Increases in pricing, a few choices in wheels and trim. Floor mats and a cargo tie down option. Blah, blah blah.

1991 mustang

The third-generation Mustang was produced by Ford from until 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 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 — cars, with their quad headlight arrangement, and the — cars, with their aerodynamic composite headlamps and front fascia styling. Production ended with the introduction of the fourth-generation Mustang SN for the model year. The model year Mustang was based on the Fox platform. This chassis was "Ford's initiative to build a one-size-fits-all car to serve as a two-door sports car and a four-door family car" with its initial use by the larger Ford Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr twins that debuted in the model year. Two trim levels were available: the base model and the more luxurious Ghia model. The Cobra appearance package also made its debut in and would continue through both the and model years. The Cobra 17, produced featured a black grille, trim, and moldings except the sail panels that were painted body color , as well as black lower body paint. The door handles, door locks, antenna, and roof drip rail were bright. Color-coordinated dual pinstripes in the wraparound body-side moldings and bumpers, as well as COBRA decals on the doors, were standard.

At long last, the always-there 2. This change slightly reduced factory horsepower, but it made Mustangs much easier to modify.

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Minor refinements grace the Mustang models for the year Convertibles get a tighter boot for their automatic tops, while new star-shaped inch wheels are optional on both GT and LX Mustangs. The 4-cylinder engine is updated with electronic ignition, and horsepower jumps from 88 to bhp. This is getting boring to say but there are really no major changes to the Mustang again this year. Increases in pricing, a few choices in wheels and trim. Floor mats and a cargo tie down option. Blah, blah blah. About the most exciting change was that the entry-level Mustangs received some much needed engine improvements for The 2.

1991 mustang

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The GT like the LX convertible also received the new convertible top. Sales were over , units a year, but were minimal compared to previous numbers. Sales of the Turbo GT were hurt by a higher base price and lower performance than the 4. Sports car. The turbo 2. The Mustang was still a competitive performer given its price. This estimate was more accurate given the previous power ratings were made before the addition of the mass airflow system, minor revisions in the camshaft profile, and other various small changes made throughout the production run. The removable panel roof option would not become an available option until the model year. Central fuel injection was used on the non-turbo 2. This chassis was "Ford's initiative to build a one-size-fits-all car to serve as a two-door sports car and a four-door family car" with its initial use by the larger Ford Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr twins that debuted in the model year. Shortly after the model year started, the "standard duty" Borg Warner five-speed manual overdrive transmission T-5 became available and it was then the standard transmission behind the engine, with the SROD becoming optional - with an invoice credit - for the remainder of the model year.

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Basically a sleeved-down , it produced hp 89 kW , the lowest power ever for a Mustang V8. Johnson had a race win in the Group A support race for the Australian Grand Prix , as well as several placings in the and Australian Touring Car Championships. The front fascia was restyled with a more rounded nose and reshaped grille. Read Edit View history. Your email address will not be published. Undoubtedly, the appearance of sophisticated Japanese sport coupes like the Mitsubishi GT and Toyota Supra were taking their toll on the market. The automatic transmission was a Ford C5, which replaced the Ford C4 in The 4. The interior received an all-new dash, center console, and revised seat and door trim. For more detailed options and pricing, please check out our pricing and options research. The 4-cylinder engine is updated with electronic ignition, and horsepower jumps from 88 to bhp. Country Sedan.