Mustang FOX Trivia Challenge Quiz

The FOX generation is credited with ushering an era of performance back to the Mustang lineup with the return of the GT along with new performance models like the SVO, SVT Cobra and 2.3L turbo models. But where the FOX Mustangs made their mark was with the venerable 5.0L models, which ruled the streets and tracks across the country.

Think you know everything about the FOX Mustangs? Take our 20-question trivia challenge and find out!

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1 / 20

The Mustang "SVO" is an abbreviation for?

Special Vehicle Organization

Special Vehicle Others

Special Vehicle Operations

2 / 20

Saleen won the SCCA drivers' championship in a Mustang in which year?

1987

1986

1988

3 / 20

In what year did the Mustang Pace the Indy 500 race?

1979

1980

1981

The Ford Mustang paced the Indy 500 in 1979. Ford produced 10,479 "Indy 500 Pace Cars" and were offered in two engine options: 2.3L turbo or 5.0L V8.

The Ford Mustang paced the Indy 500 in 1979. Ford produced 10,479 "Indy 500 Pace Cars" and were offered in two engine options: 2.3L turbo or 5.0L V8.

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Ford replaced the 5.0L with a 4.2L in what year(s)?
check all that apply

1982

1980

1979

1981

Ford's 4.2L 255 cubic inch V8 replaced the 5.0L in 1980 and 1981. They also used the 4.2L in 1982 when equipped with an automatic transmission.
Corrected: the previous answer didn't note that the 4.2L was also used in 1982.

Ford's 4.2L 255 cubic inch V8 replaced the 5.0L in 1980 and 1981. They also used the 4.2L in 1982 when equipped with an automatic transmission.
Corrected: the previous answer didn't note that the 4.2L was also used in 1982.

5 / 20

The 3rd generation FOX Mustang was sold in which model years?

1979-1993

1979-2004

1978-1993

6 / 20

In which years was the FOX Mustang Cobra produced?
check all that apply

1980

1979

1982

1981

Cobra Production Figures:

1979 ~ 17,579
1980 ~ 5,500
1981 ~ 1,821

Cobra Production Figures:

1979 ~ 17,579
1980 ~ 5,500
1981 ~ 1,821

7 / 20

This FOX Mustang was the first to feature 4-wheel disc brakes and 5-lug wheels?

LX 5.0L

SVO

SVT Cobra

GT

These features first appeared on the 1984 SVO Mustang.

These features first appeared on the 1984 SVO Mustang.

8 / 20

The FOX Mustang Cobra R was available in what model year?

1994

1993

1992

Ford made 107 Cobra R models in 1993 - all were painted Vibrant Red. Ford also sold 1,854 Mustang Cobras (non R) in 1993, which were offered in Vibrant Red, Black or Teal.

Ford made 107 Cobra R models in 1993 - all were painted Vibrant Red. Ford also sold 1,854 Mustang Cobras (non R) in 1993, which were offered in Vibrant Red, Black or Teal.

9 / 20

These FOX body Mustangs were sold to government agencies?

SVP

SSP

SXP

FOX Police Mustangs are often referred to as SSP or Special Service Package models.

FOX Police Mustangs are often referred to as SSP or Special Service Package models.

10 / 20

The GT350 name returned in what model year?

1984

1983

1982

The G.T. 350 returned in 1984 - the 20th Anniversary of the Mustang. 5,260 G.T. 350s were produced in either coupe or convertible with a 2.3L turbo or 5.0L as engine options. All were painted oxford white.

The G.T. 350 returned in 1984 - the 20th Anniversary of the Mustang. 5,260 G.T. 350s were produced in either coupe or convertible with a 2.3L turbo or 5.0L as engine options. All were painted oxford white.

11 / 20

This year marked the return of the Mustang convertible.

1983

1979

1984

After being discontinued after the 1973 model year, the Mustang convertible would return in 1983.

After being discontinued after the 1973 model year, the Mustang convertible would return in 1983.

12 / 20

The Ford Mustang SVO was available in which model years?
check all that apply

1986

1984

1985

The Mustang SVO was available in all three model years.

The Mustang SVO was available in all three model years.

13 / 20

This model year featured the 5.0L factory equipped with an underdrive pulley and an 8.8" axle?

1984

1986

1985

1987

All of these Ford vehicles, along with their Mercury counterparts used the FOX platform.

All of these Ford vehicles, along with their Mercury counterparts used the FOX platform.

14 / 20

The FOX "Aero" nosed Mustang appeared in what model year?

1987

1986

1988

15 / 20

Which Ford vehicle was designed to replace the Mustang FOX?

EXP

Capri

Probe

The Mazda platformed Ford Probe was designed to replace the FOX Mustang.

The Mazda platformed Ford Probe was designed to replace the FOX Mustang.

16 / 20

Which of these six cylinder engines were used in FOX body Mustangs?
check all that apply

2.8L V6

3.8L V6

3.3L I6

All three engines were used in FOX body Mustangs.

All three engines were used in FOX body Mustangs.

17 / 20

The Mustang FOX and NOT the Mustang II featured a lowest horsepower V8 offered in a Mustang.

True

False

True. Sadly, the 1980-1981 4.2L V8 Mustangs produced only 120 horsepower.

True. Sadly, the 1980-1981 4.2L V8 Mustangs produced only 120 horsepower.

18 / 20

This year would mark the end of 5.0L using carburetors.

1984

1986

1985

19 / 20

The "BOSS IS BACK" - the Mustang GT returned in what model year?

1984

1982

1983

The Mustang GT returned in 1982, replacing the Cobra nameplate.

The Mustang GT returned in 1982, replacing the Cobra nameplate.

20 / 20

These 5.0L performance Mustangs carried the GT's equipment without the flair.

5.0L GL

5.0L LX

5.0L L

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