How long is a 1979 Mustang?
Ford Mustang (third generation)
| Third generation | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 100.5 in (2,553 mm) |
| Length | 179.6 in (4,562 mm) |
| Width | 1979–82: 67.4 in (1,712 mm) 1983–90: 69.1 in (1,755 mm) 1991–93: 68.3 in (1,735 mm) |
What is a 1979 Mustang worth?
**Figure based on a stock 1979 Ford Mustang Indy Pace Car valued at $16,300 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.
What year was the Mustang pace car?
A special edition Mustang called the Indy Pace Car Mustang was produced in 1979 to celebrate the second appearance that a Mustang served as a pace car for the Indy 500.
How much does a 79 Mustang weigh?
Mustang Curb Weights
| Year/Model | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1979 Cobra | 2,645 pounds-2,855 pounds |
| 1979 Ghia | 2,601-2,899 pounds |
| 1980 Mustang Coupe | 2,601-2,811 pounds |
| 1980 Mustang Hatchback | 2,634-2,844 pounds |
What transmission is in 79 Mustang?
1979 FORD MUSTANG Transmission Options
| Engine | Transmission Options |
|---|---|
| 2.3L 2V Turbo | T-04 Manual/C-4 Automatic |
| 2.8L 2V V-6 | T-04 Manual/C-4 Automatic |
| 3.3L 1V 6cyl | C-4 Automatic |
| 5.0L V8 | SROD 4 speed Manual/C-4 Automatic |
What engine came in the 1979 Mustang?
There were three initial engines available: 2.3 L Pinto I4 (88 hp,) 2.8 L Cologne V6 (109 hr,) and the 4.9 L Windsor V8 (140 hp.) These were all leftover from the Mustang II powerhouse. Supply troubles saw the 2.8 L replaced with a 3.3 L Straight Six (85 hp.)
Why is the 1979 Mustang the pace car at the Indy 500?
The Ford Mustang had a new design for the year of 1979, and Ford looked for anyway possible to promote the new Pony. After negotiations with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, it was agreed that the 1979 Mustang would become the official Pace Car for the 63rd Annual Indianapolis 500 mile race.
How many times has a Ford Mustang been the pace car?
Despite Ford’s long association with NASCAR, a Mustang has only served as the pace car for the Indianapolis 500 on three occasions: 1964, 1979 and 1994.
What kind of engine does a 1979 Mustang pace car have?
New for 1979 – the Mustang Pace Car was also available with the 2.3L Turbo four-cylinder using the 4-speed manual transmission. This combination provided 131 hp and 142 ft-lbs of torque. All Pace Cars used a 3.45:1 rear ratio 7.5” differential without trac-loc.
What kind of car is a 1979 Ford Mustang?
This 1979 Mustang model was based on the Fox-4 platform which shared components from the Fairmont, Capri, and other Ford models! The most notable styling elements that were incorporated from the previous Gen 2 Mustang models were the long nose and short neck.