These are standard specifications for the 1985 Ford Mustang, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Manual , 3 Automatic Select Shift , 4 Automatic with Overdrive
Chassis # 1FABP28M1FF126824
Chassis # 1FABP28M1FF109862
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Chassis # 013 - Roush-Protofab #04
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Chassis # 7
Chassis # 008
Chassis # 015
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Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1979 - 1993 |
| Price : | $6,890-$14,520 |
| Weight : | 2870 lbs | 1301.81 kg |
Performance
| Top Speed : | 201 km/h | 124.922 mph |
Engine & Transmission
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L. |
| Power : | 175 BHP (128.8 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
| Torque : | 210 Ft-Lbs (285 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 96 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 80 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 8 OHC (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Electronic fuel injection | |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L. |
| Power : | 88 HP (64.768 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 122 Ft-Lbs (165 NM) @ 2600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 96 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 80 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| 1-barrel Carter YFA carburetor | |
| V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L. |
| Power : | 120 BHP (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 | |
| V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 180 BHP (132.48 KW) @ 4200 RPM |
| Torque : | 260 Ft-Lbs (353 NM) @ 2600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.3:1 |
| 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 : | 210 BHP (154.56 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
| Torque : | 270 Ft-Lbs (366 NM) @ 3200 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.3:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| 1 4-barrel carburetor | |
4 Manual , 3 Automatic Select Shift , 4 Automatic with Overdrive
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 3.98:1 |
| 2nd Gear : | 2.14:1 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.42:1 |
| 4th Gear : | 1.00:1 |
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1985 : | 1,149,427 |
| Total 1985 Mustang production : | 156,514 |
| 1985 Ford Mustang | |
| Convertible 2 dr. 4 P : | 15,110 |
| Hatchback Coupe 3 dr. 4 P : | 84,623 |
| Notchback Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 56,781 |
Dimension(s)
Convertible
| Fuel Capacity : | 15.4 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| 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. |
Notchback Coupe
| Price : | $6,890 |
| Weight : | 2560 lbs | 1161.196 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 15.4 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| 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
Chassis # 1FABP28M1FF126824
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| Price : | $7,350 |
| Weight : | 2600 lbs | 1179.34 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 15.4 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 3 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| 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
Chassis # 013 - Roush-Protofab #04
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Chassis # 7
Chassis # 008
Chassis # 015
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| Price : | $9,890 |
| Weight : | 2900 lbs | 1315.418 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 15.4 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 3 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| 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
| Price : | $13,590 |
| Weight : | 3045 lbs | 1381.189 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 15.4 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| 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 Turbo 4 Hatchback
| Price : | $14,520 |
| Weight : | 2885 lbs | 1308.614 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 15.4 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 3 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 180.8 in | 4592 mm. |
| Width : | 69.1 in | 1755 mm. |
| Height : | 52.1 in | 1323 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 100.5 in | 2553 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.8 in | 1468 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.3 in | 1481 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 with Power Assist |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | P195/75R14 |
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 | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19830901 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 92V063000 |
| Summary | THE PLASTIC SLEEVE IN THE FRONT SAFETY BELT TONGUE ASSEMBLY WHICH RETAINS THE LOCK BAR CAN DETERIORATE FROM PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO SUNLIGHT AND BECOME DISPLACED, CAUSING THE TONGUE TO DETACH FROM THE SAFETY BELT WEBBING. |
| Consequence | IF THE TONGUE DETACHES FROM THE SAFETY BELT WEBBING, THESAFETY BELT WOULD NOT ATTACH TO ITSELF, RESULTING IN INCREASED RISK OF INJURYTO THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR VEHICLE CRASH. |
| Remedy | FORD WILL REPAIR THE SAFETY BELTS EXPERIENCING THIS CONDITION REGARDLESS OF VEHICLE AGE OR CONDITION. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: SAFETY BELTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19850401 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 85V068000 |
| Summary | BRAKE BOOSTER REAR SHELLS MAY HAVE REDUCED WALL THICKNESSES WHICH COULD CAUSE THE SHELL TO BREAK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: REPEATED BRAKE USE COULD CAUSE THE SHELL TO CRACK AND THE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY TO COME APART. SERVICE BRAKES CAPABILITY WOULD BE TOTALLY LOST WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT. |
| Remedy | INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 3.8 OR 5.0 LITER ENGINES ANDTANDEM POWER BRAKE BOOSTERS.VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POLICE OR TAXI PACKAGE OPTION ARE NOT AFFECTED.SYSTEM: POWER BRAKE BOOSTERS. |
Data updated January 2023
1985 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $9,005 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $22,100 |
| Avg. Home : | $89,330 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.09 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1985 Ford Mustang?
Q: How fast is the 1985 Ford Mustang? A: The 1985 Ford Mustang has a top speed of 201 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1985 Ford Mustang? A: The 1985 Ford Mustang has a wheelbase size of 100.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1985 Ford Mustang? A: The 1985 Ford Mustang has lengths of 179.30 and 180.80 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1985 Ford Mustang? A: The 1985 Ford Mustang has a width of 69.10 inches.Q: How much did the 1985 Ford Mustang cost when new?A: The 1985 Ford Mustang cost approximately $6,890 to $14,520 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1985 Ford Mustang? A: The 1985 Ford Mustang was offered as a Convertible, GT Convertible, GT Hatchback Coupe, Hatchback Coupe, Notchback Coupe, SVO Turbo 4 Hatchback.Q: What tires did the 1985 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1985 Ford Mustang had P195/75R14 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1985? A: Ford produced 1,149,427 automobiles in 1985.Q: How many 1985 Mustangs were produced? A: Ford produced 156,514 examples of the Mustang in 1985.Q: What engines did the 1985 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1985 Ford Mustang had the following engine options: Turbocharged Inline 4 (2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 175 BHP (128.8 KW) @ 4400 RPM and 210 Ft-Lbs (285 NM) @ 3000 RPM Inline 4 (2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 88 HP (64.768 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 122 Ft-Lbs (165 NM) @ 2600 RPM V 6 (3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 120 BHP (88.32 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 205 Ft-Lbs (278 NM) @ 1600 RPM V 8 (4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 180 BHP (132.48 KW) @ 4200 RPM and 260 Ft-Lbs (353 NM) @ 2600 RPM V 8 (4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 210 BHP (154.56 KW) @ 4400 RPM and 270 Ft-Lbs (366 NM) @ 3200 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1985 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1985 Ford Mustang had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic Select Shift, 4 speed Automatic with Overdrive.
