1983-1989 Fiesta OverviewFord Fiesta Overview (1983 - 1989)
Mk2
Tech Specs Summary
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- 85 - 109 mph
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- 10.3 - 20.6 seconds
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- 44 - 94 BHP
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- 37.2 - 58.9 mpg
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- 750 - 840 kg
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- 238 L
This generation of the Ford Fiesta (Mk2) was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1983 - 1989. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback. There are many power levels available from either a 1 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 1.6 L Inline 4 diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and solid axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Fiesta is the Ford Fiesta XR2 which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 94 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 112 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 109 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Fiesta Ghia, Super is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 401 miles and can store 238 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 400 kg and a braked towing capacity of 800 kg.