1967-1975 Escort OverviewFord Escort Overview (1967 - 1975)
Mk1
Tech Specs Summary
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- 80 - 113 mph
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- 8.9 - 21.5 seconds
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- 45 - 120 BHP
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- 20 - 34 mpg
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- 765 - 910 kg
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- 270 L (Saloon)
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- 480 - 1,050 L (Estate)
This generation of the Ford Escort (Mk1) was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1967 - 1975. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available from a 1.1 L Inline 4 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Escort is the Ford Escort RS1600 which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 120 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 140 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 113 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Escort 1100 Estate is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 281 miles and can store 480-1,050 litres of cargo.