The 1979-1981 Ford Mustang took a leap forward with its sporty styling. Here are specifications and other information for this generation of the Mustang:

 

Specifications for the 1979, 1980, 1981 Ford Mustang:
Wheelbase, inches: 100.4
Length, inches: 179.1
Curb-weight range, pounds: 2,530-2,672 (1979); 2,601-2,692 (1981)
Width, inches: 69.1

Engine Types for the 1979, 1980, 1981 Ford Mustang:
ohc I-4: 140 cubic inches; 88 horsepower
ohc I-4: Turbo: 140 cubic inches; 131 horsepower
ohv V-6: 171 cubic inches; 109 horsepower
ohv I-6: 200 cubic inches; 85 horsepower
ohv V-8: 255 cubic inches; 117 horsepower
ohv V-8: 302 cubic inches; 140 horsepower

Transmissions for the 1979, 1980, 1981 Ford Mustang:
Automatic: 3-speed
Manual: 4-speed, 5-speed

Model-year production for the 1979, 1980, 1981 Ford Mustang:
1979: 369,936
1980: 271,322
1981: 182,552

Base Prices for the 1979, 1980, 1981 Ford Mustang:

Model	1979	1980	1981
Coupe	$4,494	$4,884	$5,980
Fastback	$4,828	$5,194	$6,216
Ghia coupe	$5,064	$5,369	$6,424
Ghia fastback	$5,216	$5,512	$6,538