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Ford Escort 940

General information

ModelFord Escort 940
Year1968
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size939 ccm (57.30 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement939 ccm (57.30 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power45.10 PS (33 kW or 44 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque67.00 Nm (6.8 kgf-m or 49.4 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 456.0 mm (3.2 x 18.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed125.0 km/h (77.7 mph)
0-50 miles17.7 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5280 litres (1,395 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity41.0 litres (10.83 gallons)
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