1999 Ford Mustang Review
More power, better brakes, sharper handling and a new look.
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Summary
The Camaro and Firebird are slightly more powerful than the Mustang GT (by 45-70 horsepower). But the new Mustang GT is quieter, rides better, and offers better interior ergonomics and quality than the Camaro and Firebird. The Mustang GT is also less expensive than either of the GM pony cars by several thousand dollars. Those advantages make the Mustang GT the best all-around car in its class.
Model Line Overview
| Model Lineup: | |
| Engines: | 190-hp 3.8-liter V6 |
| Transmissions: | 5-speed manual |
| Safety Equipment (standard): | Dual airbags |
| Safety Equipment (optional): | |
| Basic Warranty: | 3 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In: | Dearborn, Michigan |
Specifications As Tested
| Model Tested (MSRP): | GT Coupe |
| Standard Equipment: | Air conditioning, power steering, power brakes, power mirrors, tinted glass, passive anti-theft system, tilt wheel, GT suspension package, 225/55ZR-16 tires, cast aluminum wheels, AM/FM cassette/CD stereo, remote keyless entry, rear spoiler |
| Options As Tested (MSRP): | ABS, traction control |
| Destination Charge: | |
| Gas Guzzler Tax: | |
| Price as tested (MSRP) | 21635 |
| Layout: | rear-wheel drive |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm): | 260 @ 4400 |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): | 302 @ 3500 |
| Transmission: | 5-speed manual |
| EPA fuel economy, city/hwy: | 17/26 |
| Wheelbase: | 101.3 |
| Length/width/height: | 181.5/71.8/53.2 |
| Track, f/r: | 60.5/59.2 |
| Turning circle: | 39.0 |
| Seating capacity: | 4 |
| Head/hip/leg room, f: | 38.2/52.8/42.5 |
| Head/hip/leg room, m: | |
| Head/hip/leg room, r: | 35.9/50.2/30.3 |
| Cargo volume: | 10.9 |
| Payload: | |
| Towing capacity: | 1000 |
| Suspension, f: | Independent |
| Suspension, r: | Live axle |
| Ground clearance: | |
| Curb weight: | 3268 |
| Tires: | P225/55HR16 |
| Brakes, f/r: | disc/disc |
| Fuel capacity: | 15.4 |
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