A lot has been said about the Ford Mustang for 1994. As Ford's entry in the convertible market the Mustang (and in this case specically the GT version) has maintained a good reputation. The 2-door Mustang is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect car to help Ford as a brand in general.

Ford Mustang Engine Specs

The Mustang GT is equipped with a Ford 5.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The HO engine is mated to a Borg Warner 5-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Convertible arena.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang has power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 1994 Mustang is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 15.40 gallons.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Mustang GT are 71.80 inches wide by 181.50 inches long. It sits a comfortable 52.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the convertible market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $13,695 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1994 Mustang gets 29 - 30 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 - 20 in the city. This is exceptional for a convertible car.

In 1993 and 1994 the Mustang GT was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Ford Mustang GT sold well in 1994. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Ford, specifically a Mustang.

Tags: 2-Door, Convertible, Ford Mustang, GT, United States market

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