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Ford Escort XR3

General information

ModelFord Escort XR3
Year1980
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating72.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power97.30 PS (72 kW or 96 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque132.00 Nm (13.5 kgf-m or 97.4 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed177.0 km/h (110.0 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1087 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks, 240 mm
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight895 kg (1,973.1 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2400 mm (94.5 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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