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Ford Escort IV Turnier (AWF,AVF) 1.3 (60 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 Turnier (AWF,AVF) Overview:
Ford Escort (IV Turnier (AWF,AVF)). With 102 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 895 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.2 s). The top speed reaches 157 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving, but struggles with highway speeds and heavy loads. Acceleration is leisurely.
Fuel Economy
One of the more economical petrol options, offering reasonable fuel consumption for its time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious station wagon body
- • Affordable to buy and run (especially diesel models)
- • Reliable and easy to maintain
- • Decent handling for its class
- • Good value for money
Cons:
- • Modest performance from most engines
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Prone to rust in some areas
- • Lack of refinement compared to later models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (GAF,AWF,ABFT): 1985 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | IV Turnier (AWF,AVF) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1990 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4/5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.3 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 102 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | JBB, JLA, JLB More details about the engine JBB, JLA, JLB |
| Engine displacement: | 1297 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.25 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 157 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.9 kg/Hp, 67 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 114 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 895 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3958 mm mm |
| Width: | 1556 mm mm |
| Height: | 1439 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 155/80 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Spring-loaded rack |
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