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Ford Escort XR3i

General information

ModelFord Escort XR3i
Year1982
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating57.7 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 power104.40 PS (77 kW or 103 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque137.00 Nm (14.0 kgf-m or 101.1 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 79.5 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
0-60 miles8.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1135 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4380 litres (1,157 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight924 kg (2,037.1 pounds)
Overall length4060 mm (159.8 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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