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Ford Escort 1100 Estate

General information

ModelFord Escort 1100 Estate
Year1968
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1117 ccm (68.16 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1117 ccm (68.16 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power56.5 PS (42 kW or 56 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque82.00 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 65.0 mm (2.9 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed144.0 km/h (89.5 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0652 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space5280 litres (1,395 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 240 mm
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight871 kg (1,920.2 pounds)
Overall length4090 mm (161.0 inches)
Overall width1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2400 mm (94.5 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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