1978 Ford Mustang II 2-Door Hardtop Coupe
The Mustang II was Ford's subcompact pony car for 1978. Flory records 81,304 built for 1978 at a base price of $3,824.
Shown as 1978 Ford Mustang II, not confirmed by the VIN.
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8F02Y141087
140 CID I4 (Y)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop Coupe
Body
Dearborn, MI (F)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1978 Ford Mustang II
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1978 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI (F) |
| Model Code | 02 | Mustang II |
| Engine Code | Y | 140 CID I4 (Y) |
| Serial Number | 141087 | Production #141087 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelMustang II
Year1978
Body Style2-Door Hardtop Coupe
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine140 CID I4 (Y)
Cylinders4
Displacement140 CID
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI (F)
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications (Matched to: Mustang II Coupe)
Height50.3
Length175.0
Wheelbase96.2
Width70.2
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2712.00
No. Produced
42581
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2723
lbs
Length
183.6
in.
Height
51.6
in.
Width
70.9
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Type
Single downdraft
Type
Constant mesh
Brake Horsepower
115@3800
hp
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (16)
Exhaust System
Single
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Radiator
Down flow
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Fuel Type
Regular
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Speed control device
Optional Equipment
302 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power antenna
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Radio
Steering Gear
Magic Circle recirculating ball
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab on instrument panel close to windshield on passenger side visible from outside.
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
6.95 x 14
Make
Ford
Series
Mustang
Model Year
1968
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
63A
Brake Size
9
in.
Service
Dual hydraulic
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Oil
5
qt.
Fuel
16
gal.
Rear Differential
2.5
pt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Torque
190@2200
ft/lbs
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Cylinders
6
Main Bearings
7
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Compression Ratio-Std
8.8
:1
Rear Tread
58.5
in.
Wheelbase
108
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.2
:1
Carburetor
Autolite
Clutch Type
Semicentrifugal
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.99
:1
2nd
1.75
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.17
:1
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.