1980 Ford Mustang

The 1980 Ford Mustang is a part of the Fox Body generation introduced in 1979, and it features a blend of practicality and performance. Key dimensions of this model include a length of 179.1 inches, a width of 67.4 inches, a height of 51.4 inches, and a wheelbase of 100.4 inches. Engine options consist of a 2.3L 4-cylinder producing 88 hp, a 2.3L turbo 4-cylinder offering 135 hp, a 3.3L inline-six with 91 hp, and a 4.2L V8 generating 118 hp. The transmission choices include a four-speed manual with overdrive and various automatic options (C3, C4, C5). Notable updates for this year included steel-belted radial tires and enhanced halogen headlights. Despite these features, overall sales declined compared to 1979, partly due to the absence of a more powerful engine option, making the turbocharged 4-cylinder the most robust choice available.