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Ford Escort 1.6 LX

General information

ModelFord Escort 1.6 LX
Year1995
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.3 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, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power91.30 PS (67 kW or 90 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque135 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke76.0 x 88.0 mm (3.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
0-50 miles8.4 seconds
0-60 miles11.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0826 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space5680 litres (1,501 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1105 kg (2,436.1 pounds)
Overall length4140 mm (163.0 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)
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