Ford Escort RS 1600

General information
Model	Ford Escort RS 1600
Year	1970
Category	Midsize family cars
Rating	55 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Seats	5
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 4 cylinder
Max power	121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque	148.00 Nm (15.1 kgf-m or 109.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression	10.0:1
Bore x stroke	81.0 x 77.6 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	182.0 km/h (113.1 mph)
0-50 miles	6.8 seconds
0-60 miles	8.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1550 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Sedan/saloon
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	5280 litres (1,395 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	9 m (358.3 inches)
Dimensions and weight
Weight	785 kg (1,730.6 pounds)
Overall length	3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width	1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Overall height	1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance	150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase	2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity	41.0 litres (10.83 gallons)