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Ford Escort VI (GAL) 1.8 TD (90 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)
VI (GAL) Overview:
Ford Escort (VI (GAL)). With 180 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1130 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.9 s). The top speed reaches 172 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 TD (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a good balance of power for its time, providing decent acceleration suitable for everyday driving and highway cruising.
Fuel Economy
Impressive fuel economy for a 90s diesel, making it a cost-effective option for longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engine choices, from economical to high-performance
- • Good handling, especially in sportier variants
- • Practical and spacious for its class
- • Affordable to buy and maintain (non-Cosworth models)
- • Strong enthusiast following for RS and Cosworth models
Cons:
- • Interior quality can be basic and dated by modern standards
- • Some base engines are underpowered
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Prone to rust, especially in older examples
- • High insurance and running costs for performance variants
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V Cabrio (ALL): 1992 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | VI (GAL) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 TD (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 51.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 180 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | RFD, RFK, RFS More details about the engine RFD, RFK, RFS |
| Engine displacement: | 1753 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.1 l |
| Coolant: | 9.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 172 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.6 kg/Hp, 79.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 159.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1130 |
| Max. weight: | 1625 |
| Max load: | 495 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 490 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4229 mm mm |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm |
| Height: | 1397 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2525 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1462 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Ford Escort, what would it be?