1981 Ford Mustang Specs, Horsepower, & Features

The 1981 Mustang changed little from 1980 however, the biggest new option of the 1981 Mustang was the availability of a t-top in both hatchback and notchback Mustangs! Additionally, a Traction-Lok limited-slip differential and power side windows were added with reclining seats becoming standard equipment. Many of the same options were carried over from 1980 with the edition of new interior trim options!

Ford dropped the 2.3L Turbo in a Mustang until 1983. On top of that, 1981 would be the last year for the Cobra model in the U.S until the introduction of the SVT Mustang Cobra in the 1993 model year. Fortunately, Ford had the smart idea to continue marketing the Cobra name in Canada as the "Cobra GT". By doing this, Ford maintained the trademark which prevented it from going on the open market for public use. Fast forward to today, the only vehicles produced with the coiled serpent logo are the Cobra Roadsters as well as the SVT Mustang Cobra. With the trademark of this logo, it is shown to be manufactured by Shelby American which we all know and love to this day.