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Ford Escort RS Turbo

General information

ModelFord Escort RS Turbo
Year1986
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1608 ccm (98.12 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1608 ccm (98.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power133.80 PS (98 kW or 132 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque180.00 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 79.5 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed201.0 km/h (124.9 mph)
0-50 miles6.0 seconds
0-60 miles8.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1239 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1080 kg (2,381.0 pounds)
Overall length4070 mm (160.2 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
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