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Ford Escort 1.6

General information

ModelFord Escort 1.6
Year1995
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power90.00 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque134.00 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 98.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke76.0 x 88.0 mm (3.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
0-50 miles8.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0788 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4630 litres (1,223 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1142 kg (2,517.7 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Wheelbase2540 mm (100.0 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)
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