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Ford Escort II Turnier 1.3 (BADR) (54 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Escort:
The Ford Escort is a small family car that was manufactured by Ford of Europe from 1968 until 2004. In total, the six generations were spread across three basic platforms: the original, rear-wheel-drive Mk. 1/Mk. 2 , the "Erika" front-wheel-drive Mk. 3/Mk. 4 , and the final CE-14 Mk. 5/Mk. 6 version. Its successor, the Ford Focus, was released in 1998, but the final generation of Escort was phased out gradually, with the panel van version ending production in 2002 in favour of the Ford Transit Connect....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Turnier Overview:
Ford Escort (II Turnier). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 (BADR) (54 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 54 Hp 1.3L BADR engine provides adequate power for city driving and light rural use, but struggles significantly with highway speeds or heavy loads, requiring patience from the driver.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is modest for its era, offering reasonable running costs for a compact family car, though not efficient by contemporary standards. Expect average consumption for a 1970s 1.3L unit.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious estate body
- • Simple, robust, and easy to maintain mechanics
- • Affordable to buy and run (for its era)
- • Classic car appeal and growing enthusiast base
- • Good visibility and maneuverability
Cons:
- • Very modest performance, especially on highways
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Prone to rust if not well-maintained
- • Dated interior comfort and technology
- • High fuel consumption compared to modern cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Turnier: 1975 - 1979).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | II Turnier |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (BADR) (54 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1976 |
| End of production: | 1981 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 54 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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