1974 Ford Mustang Data Explorer
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Body Styles (compare years, see more 1974 style information including Special Models)
In 1974, the Mustang underwent a complete redesign, with fastbacks turning into hatchbacks, hardtops into notchbacks or coupes, and the convertible being discontinued. The two remaining models were smaller and lighter, returning to the way it was originally designed back in 1964. It was renamed the Mustang II. The large engines of previous years were gone due to the gas crisis, but consumers responded by purchasing more Mustangs than any other year outside of 1965, 1966, and 1967.
A Ghia model upgrade was offered on the coupe, which consisted of spoke-style wheel covers, a vinyl roof, deluxe color-keyed seat belts, remote-controlled door mirrors, a Super Sound package, shag carpeting, wood-tone door panel accents, a digital clock, and super-soft vinyl or Westminster cloth seats. Ford used the Ghia Italian design firm acquired in 1970 for these design choices. The hatchback could be ordered with sportier Mach options. The most popular option was the Rallye package which included white lettered tires, extra engine cooling, a competition suspension, color keyed mirrors, styled steel wheels, dual exhausts, a digital clock and leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Sales Brochures (compare years)
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Production Totals (compare years)
Total | VIN | VCT | Body | Sub-Total | 385,993 | 02 | 60F | Coupe | 177,671 | |
03 | 69F | Hatchback | 74,799 | |||||||
04 | 60H | Coupe Ghia | 89,477 | |||||||
05 | 69R | Hatchback Mach 1 | 44,046 |
Paint Color Codes (compare years, large examples, paintref.com - codes, chips)
Code | Sample | Mfg Code | ||||
Silver | 1G | M5299 | ||||
Bright Red | 2B | M3560 | ||||
Dark Red | 2M | M3413 | ||||
Light Blue | 3B | M3429 | ||||
Medium Bright Blue | 3E | M5097 | ||||
Bright Blue (Light Grabber Blue) | 3N | M5226 | ||||
Bright Green Gold | 4B | M5025 | ||||
Green Glow (Medium Ivy Bronze) | 4T | M5211 | ||||
Dark Yellow Green | 4V | M5233 | ||||
Medium Lime Yellow | 4W | M5177 | ||||
Ginger Glow (Dark Ginger) | 5J | M5071 | ||||
Medium Copper (Chestnut) | 5M | M5114 | ||||
Saddle Bronze | 5T | M5145 | ||||
Tan Glow | 5U | M5298 | ||||
Medium Yellow Gold (Goldenrod) | 6C | M3492 | ||||
White | 9C | M5289 |
Engine Data (compare years, see more 1974 performance information)
Gross Horsepower was measured using a blueprinted test engine running on a stand without accessories, mufflers, or emissions control devices. In 1971-2 automakers began to specify power in terms of SAE Net Horsepower (as defined by standard J1349). Net Horsepower is measured with the engine in "as-installed trim", with all accessories and standard intake and exhaust systems. This was done to reduce the advertised power for insurance rates and to account for different approaches to emission reduction equipment.VIN | Displacement | Carb | Compression | Max Power (net) | Max Torque (net) | |||||||
Standard 88hp 4-cyl | Y | 140ci 2.3L | 2-bbl | 8.4:1 | 88hp 4000rpm | 98ft-lb 3000rpm | ||||||
Optional 105hp 6-cyl | Z | 170ci 2.8L | 2-bbl | 8.2:1 | 105hp 4000rpm | 140ft-lb 3200rpm |
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