These are standard specifications for the 1974 Ford Mustang, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Manual
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1974 - 1978 |
| Coach Work : | Ghia |
| Price : | $3,080-$3,620 |
| Weight : | 2620 lbs | 1188.412 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L. |
| Power : | 85 HP (62.56 KW) |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 96 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 80 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.4:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2769 cc | 169.0 cu in. | 2.8 L. |
| Power : | 105 BHP (77.28 KW) |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 93 mm. |
| Stroke : | 2.7 in | 69 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 1 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2802 cc | 171.0 cu in. | 2.8 L. |
| Power : | 109 BHP (80.224 KW) |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 93 mm. |
| Stroke : | 2.7 cu. ft. |
| Compression : | 8.7:1 |
| 1 2-barrel carburetor | |
4 Manual
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1974 : | 2,179,791 |
| 1974 Ford Mustang | |
| Fastback 3 dr. 4 P : | 74,799 |
| Ghia Coupe 2 dr. 4 P (by Ghia) : | 89,477 |
| Hardtop Coupe : | 177,671 |
| Mach I 2 dr. 4 P : | 44,046 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19730801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 78V022000 |
| Summary | ON SOME OF THE INVOLVED VEHICLES THE STEERING COUPLING FLANGE MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED AND COULD LOOSEN DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION. |
| Remedy | THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING COUPLING FLANGE ASSEMBLY. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STEERING; STEERING COUPLING FLANGE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: AS A RESULT, THE STEERING COUPLING FLANGE COULD SLIP ONTHE STEERING INPUT SHAFT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OFSTEERING CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: STEERING FLANGE SLIPPAGE IS MOST LIKELY TO OCCUR UNDER HIGH STEERINGEFFORT CONDITIONS. |
Data updated January 2023
1974 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $3,750 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $13,900 |
| Avg. Home : | $34,900 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.55 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1974 Ford Mustang?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1974 Ford Mustang? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang has a wheelbase size of 96.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1974 Ford Mustang? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang has a length of 175.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1974 Ford Mustang? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang has a width of 70.20 inches.Q: How much did the 1974 Ford Mustang cost when new?A: The 1974 Ford Mustang cost approximately $3,080 to $3,620 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1974 Ford Mustang? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang was offered as a Fastback, Ghia Coupe, Hardtop Coupe, Mach I.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1974? A: Ford produced 2,179,791 automobiles in 1974.Q: What engines did the 1974 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 85 HP (62.56 KW) V 6 (2769 cc | 169.0 cu in. | 2.8 L.) with 105 BHP (77.28 KW) V 6 (2802 cc | 171.0 cu in. | 2.8 L.) with 109 BHP (80.224 KW) Q: What transmission did the 1974 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang had a 4 speed Manual gearbox.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1974 Ford Mustang? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang has a wheelbase size of 96.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1974 Ford Mustang? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang has a length of 175.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1974 Ford Mustang? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang has a width of 70.20 inches.Q: How much did the 1974 Ford Mustang cost when new?A: The 1974 Ford Mustang cost approximately $3,080 to $3,620 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1974 Ford Mustang? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang was offered as a Fastback, Ghia Coupe, Hardtop Coupe, Mach I.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1974? A: Ford produced 2,179,791 automobiles in 1974.Q: What engines did the 1974 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1974 Ford Mustang had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 85 HP (62.56 KW)Similarly Sized Vehicles
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