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Ford Escort Diesel

General information

ModelFord Escort Diesel
Year1984
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating74.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1608 ccm (98.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power54.00 PS (40 kW or 53 HP) at 4700 Rev. per min.
Max torque91.00 Nm (9.3 kgf-m or 67.1 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression21.5:1
Bore x stroke80.1 x 80.0 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0621 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space4460 litres (1,178 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight870 kg (1,918.0 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
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