What was the wheelbase of a 1989 Mercury Cougar?

What was the wheelbase of a 1989 Mercury Cougar?

On the positive side, the wheelbase grew a full 9″ to a total of 113″. This extra length went primarily into rear leg room. The platform was wider but shorter, creating less overhang behind the wheels. The fuel tank was moved to the front of the rear axle for better weight distribution and safety.

What kind of engine does a Mercury Cougar have?

TECH SPECS ENGINES LS – 3.8 (232 cid) V6; 140 hp @ 3800 rpm TRANSMISSIONS LS – AOD 4-speed automatic with overdriv BRAKES LS – Front 10.8″ disc, rear 9.8″ drum Op SPECIFICATIONS Wheelbase – 113″ Overall Length – 198.7″ CURB WEIGHT LS – 3570 lb. XR7 (w/5 speed) – 3776 lb.

When did the Mercury Cougar come to market?

The entire MN12 project was delayed at least once, coming to market in late 1988 as a 1989 model, and late at that. (A later spinoff platform, the FN10, was given exclusively to the Lincoln Mark VIII in 1993, and was essentially the MN12 platform with aluminum components instead of heavier steel).

What was the competition for the 1989 Cougar?

The main competition, which included GM’s G-body cars (Buick Regal, Olds Cutlass, Pontiac Grand Prix, Chevy Monte Carlo/Lumina) and the Chrysler Lebaron, were simultaneously readying their switch to front-wheel-drive chassis, while also gaining IRS. But Ford was committed to RWD due to its balanced handling dynamics.

On the positive side, the wheelbase grew a full 9″ to a total of 113″. This extra length went primarily into rear leg room. The platform was wider but shorter, creating less overhang behind the wheels. The fuel tank was moved to the front of the rear axle for better weight distribution and safety.

The entire MN12 project was delayed at least once, coming to market in late 1988 as a 1989 model, and late at that. (A later spinoff platform, the FN10, was given exclusively to the Lincoln Mark VIII in 1993, and was essentially the MN12 platform with aluminum components instead of heavier steel).

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