1986 Ford Mustang Specifications

Specifications

1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Unibody
Production Years for Series :	1979 - 1993
Price :	$7,190-$15,275
Weight :	2600 lbs \| 1179.34 kg

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4
Displacement :	2294 cc \| 140.0 cu in. \| 2.3 L.
Power :	88 HP (64.768 KW) @ 4200 RPM
Torque :	122 Ft-Lbs (165 NM) @ 2600 RPM
Bore :	3.8 in \| 96 mm.
Stroke :	3.1 in \| 80 mm.
Compression :	9.5:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Carter 1-barrel carburetor

V 6 90-degree
Displacement :	3802 cc \| 232.0 cu in. \| 3.8 L.
Power :	120 HP (88.32 KW) @ 3600 RPM
Torque :	205 Ft-Lbs (278 NM) @ 1600 RPM
Bore :	3.8 in \| 97 mm.
Stroke :	3.4 in \| 86 mm.
Compression :	8.7:1
Main Bearings :	4
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum
Electronic fuel injection

Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	2294 cc \| 140.0 cu in. \| 2.3 L.
Power :	200 HP (147.2 KW) @ 5000 RPM
Torque :	240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 3200 RPM
Bore :	3.8 in \| 96 mm.
Stroke :	3.1 in \| 80 mm.
Compression :	8.0:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Electronic fuel injection

V 8 90-degree
Displacement :	4949 cc \| 302.0 cu in. \| 5.0 L.
Power :	200 HP (147.2 KW) @ 4000 RPM
Torque :	285 Ft-Lbs (386 NM) @ 3000 RPM
Bore :	4.0 in \| 102 mm.
Stroke :	3.0 in \| 76 mm.
Compression :	9.2:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Sequential Fuel Injection

Transmission:
4 Manual With floor shift controls , 5 Manual , 3 Automatic SelectShift

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	2.47:1
2nd Gear :	1.47:1
3rd Gear :	1.00:1

Production Figures

Total Ford Production for 1986 :	1,149,427
Total 1986 Mustang production :	224,410
1986 Ford Mustang
Convertible 2 dr. 4 P :	32,833
Hatchback Coupe 3 dr. 4 P :	117,690
Notchback Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	73,887

Dimension(s)

Notchback Coupe

Exterior
Fuel Capacity :	15.4 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	179.3 in \| 4554 mm.
Width :	69.1 in \| 1755 mm.
Height :	52.1 in \| 1323 mm.
Wheelbase :	100.5 in \| 2553 mm.
Front Track :	56.6 in \| 1438 mm.
Rear Track :	57.0 in \| 1448 mm.

Hatchback Coupe

Exterior
Price :	$7,745
Weight :	2660 lbs \| 1206.556 kg
Fuel Capacity :	15.4 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	3
Length :	179.3 in \| 4554 mm.
Width :	69.1 in \| 1755 mm.
Height :	52.1 in \| 1323 mm.
Wheelbase :	100.5 in \| 2553 mm.
Front Track :	56.6 in \| 1438 mm.
Rear Track :	57.0 in \| 1448 mm.

Convertible

Exterior
Price :	$12,820
Weight :	2900 lbs \| 1315.418 kg
Fuel Capacity :	15.4 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	179.3 in \| 4554 mm.
Width :	69.1 in \| 1755 mm.
Height :	52.1 in \| 1323 mm.
Wheelbase :	100.5 in \| 2553 mm.
Front Track :	56.6 in \| 1438 mm.
Rear Track :	57.0 in \| 1448 mm.

GT Hatchback Coupe

Exterior
Price :	$10,690
Weight :	2975 lbs \| 1349.437 kg
Fuel Capacity :	15.4 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	3
Length :	179.3 in \| 4554 mm.
Width :	69.1 in \| 1755 mm.
Height :	52.1 in \| 1323 mm.
Wheelbase :	100.5 in \| 2553 mm.
Front Track :	56.6 in \| 1438 mm.
Rear Track :	57.0 in \| 1448 mm.

GT Convertible

Chassis # 1FABP27M3GF243596
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Exterior
Price :	$14,520
Weight :	3100 lbs \| 1406.136 kg
Fuel Capacity :	15.4 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	179.3 in \| 4554 mm.
Width :	69.1 in \| 1755 mm.
Height :	52.1 in \| 1323 mm.
Wheelbase :	100.5 in \| 2553 mm.
Front Track :	56.6 in \| 1438 mm.
Rear Track :	57.0 in \| 1448 mm.

SVO Hatchback

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Exterior
Price :	$15,275
Weight :	3030 lbs \| 1374.385 kg
Fuel Capacity :	15.4 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	3
Length :	179.3 in \| 4554 mm.
Width :	69.1 in \| 1755 mm.
Height :	52.1 in \| 1323 mm.
Wheelbase :	100.5 in \| 2553 mm.
Front Track :	56.6 in \| 1438 mm.
Rear Track :	57.0 in \| 1448 mm.

Roush IMSA Hatchback

Chassis # Roush 016

Exterior
Fuel Capacity :	15.4 Gal
Doors :	2
Length :	179.3 in \| 4554 mm.
Width :	69.1 in \| 1755 mm.
Height :	52.1 in \| 1323 mm.
Wheelbase :	100.5 in \| 2553 mm.
Front Track :	56.6 in \| 1438 mm.
Rear Track :	57.0 in \| 1448 mm.

Handling

Suspension
Front : Modified MacPherson struts with lower control arms and stabilizer bar Rear : Rigid axle with four-bar link and coil springs

Steering
Rack and Pinion

Brakes
Front Brakes :	Disc
Rear Brakes :	Power-assisted drums

Tires / Wheels
Tires :	P195/75R14 SBR WSW

Optional Tires
Tires :	P205/75R14 WSW
Tires :	P225/60VR15

Optional Wheels
Tires :	Cast aluminum wheels

Recall

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Manufacturer	FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
NHTSA Campaign ID	07E064000
Summary	CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR INADEQUATELY TESTED WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LEAK.
Consequence	A LEAKING FUEL PUMP COULD CREATE A VEHICLE FIRE HAZARD.
Remedy	FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.
Notes	THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET CARTER, NAPA, ACCUFLOW, TRU FLOW, PARTS MASTER, AND PARTS DEPOT BRAND FUEL PUMPS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE LISTED MOTOR VEHICLES.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer	FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Mfr Report Date	19850701
NHTSA Campaign ID	87V139000
Summary	SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.
Consequence	COUPLING COULD DISENGAGE DUE TO FUEL PRESSURE,VIBRATION, AND ENGINE MOVEMENTS; THIS WOULD CAUSE LOSS OF FUEL WHICH, INPRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CREATES A FIRE RISK.
Remedy	INSTALL RETAINER CLIPS OVER THE COUPLINGS TO PREVENT COUPLING SEPARATION AND FUEL LEAKAGE.
Notes	SYSTEM: FUEL LINE COUPLINGVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH FUELINJECTION.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

1986 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$9,255
Avg. Household Income :	$22,400
Avg. Home :	$89,430
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$0.89

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1986 Ford Mustang? A: The 1986 Ford Mustang has a wheelbase size of 100.50 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1986 Ford Mustang? A: The 1986 Ford Mustang has a length of 179.30 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1986 Ford Mustang? A: The 1986 Ford Mustang has a width of 69.10 inches.

Q: How much did the 1986 Ford Mustang cost when new?A: The 1986 Ford Mustang cost approximately $7,190 to $15,275 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1986 Ford Mustang? A: The 1986 Ford Mustang was offered as a Convertible, GT Convertible, GT Hatchback Coupe, Hatchback Coupe, Notchback Coupe, Roush IMSA Hatchback, SVO Hatchback.

Q: What tires did the 1986 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1986 Ford Mustang had P195/75R14 SBR WSW tires.

Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1986? A: Ford produced 1,149,427 automobiles in 1986.

Q: How many 1986 Mustangs were produced? A: Ford produced 224,410 examples of the Mustang in 1986.

Q: What engines did the 1986 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1986 Ford Mustang had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 88 HP (64.768 KW) @ 4200 RPM and 122 Ft-Lbs (165 NM) @ 2600 RPM

V 6 (3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 120 HP (88.32 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 205 Ft-Lbs (278 NM) @ 1600 RPM

Turbocharged Inline 4 (2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 200 HP (147.2 KW) @ 5000 RPM and 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 3200 RPM

V 8 (4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 200 HP (147.2 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 285 Ft-Lbs (386 NM) @ 3000 RPM

Q: What transmissions did the 1986 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1986 Ford Mustang had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Manual With floor shift controls, 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic SelectShift.

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1986 Ford Mustang Specifications

Features

Engine & Transmission

Gear Ratios

Production Figures

Dimension(s)

Notchback Coupe

Hatchback Coupe

Convertible

GT Hatchback Coupe

GT Convertible

SVO Hatchback

Roush IMSA Hatchback

Handling

Recall

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

FORD MOTOR COMPANY

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