1975-1980 Escort OverviewFord Escort Overview (1975 - 1980)
Mk2
Tech Specs Summary
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- 80 - 113 mph
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- 8.5 - 16.5 seconds
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- 45 - 115 BHP
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- 22 - 31 mpg
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- 855 - 945 kg
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- 270 - 305 L (Saloon)
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- 620 L (Estate)
This generation of the Ford Escort (Mk2) was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1975 - 1980. 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 RS1800 which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 115 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 128 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 113 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Escort 1.3 Estate is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 213 miles and can store 620 litres of cargo.