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Ford Escort IV (GAF,AWF,ABFT) 1.6 (102 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)
IV (GAF,AWF,ABFT) Overview:
Ford Escort (IV (GAF,AWF,ABFT)). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a good balance of power and usability, comfortable for mixed driving conditions and longer trips.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for a 1.6L engine, though not class-leading for its era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engine options, from economical to sporty
- • Practical and spacious for its class
- • Affordable to buy and maintain (for its era)
- • Iconic hot hatch variants (XR3i, RS Turbo) offer enthusiast appeal
Cons:
- • Dated safety features compared to modern cars
- • Prone to rust, especially in older models
- • Basic interior quality and refinement
- • Not particularly engaging to drive in base models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (GAF,AWF,ABFT): 1988 - 1990).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | IV (GAF,AWF,ABFT) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1990 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 102 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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