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Ford Escort II (USA) GT 1.8i (128 Hp) Automatic
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 (USA) Overview:
Ford Escort (II (USA)). With 157 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1106 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 201 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
GT 1.8i (128 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
While still offering decent power, the automatic transmission slightly blunts the GT's sporty edge. It provides a more relaxed yet capable driving experience compared to the manual GT.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy for the automatic GT is slightly worse than its manual counterpart due to transmission losses. It's a trade-off for driving convenience.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Practical and spacious for a compact car
- • GT model offers surprisingly good performance for its class
- • Widely available parts and easy to maintain
Cons:
- • Base 1.9i engine can feel underpowered, especially with automatic
- • Interior quality is basic and lacks refinement
- • Road noise can be noticeable at highway speeds
- • Safety features are limited by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V Cabrio (ALL): 1990 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | II (USA) |
| Modification (Engine): | GT 1.8i (128 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 128 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.6 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 157 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1840 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 201 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 115.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7 kg/Nm, 142 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1106 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4318 mm mm |
| Width: | 1694 mm mm |
| Height: | 1333 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2500 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1435 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1435 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
Every driver has a story. What’s yours with the Ford Escort?