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Ford Escort 1.6 GL

General information

ModelFord Escort 1.6 GL
Year1980
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58.7 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 power80.10 PS (59 kW or 79 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque126 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke80.0 x 79.5 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed167.0 km/h (103.8 mph)
0-60 miles11.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0926 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3830 litres (1,012 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight865 kg (1,907.0 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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