1990-1995 Escort OverviewFord Escort Overview (1990 - 1995)
1990 - 1995
Tech Specs Summary
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- 94 - 144 mph
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- 6.1 - 18.9 seconds
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- 59 - 227 BHP
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- 28 - 50.4 mpg
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- 920 - 1,275 kg
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- 267 - 735 L (Hatchback)
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- 322 L (Convertible)
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- 490 L (Saloon)
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- 460 - 860 L (Estate)
This generation of the Ford Escort was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1990 - 1995. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as a hatchback, convertible, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 59 BHP 1.3 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 227 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Escort is the Ford Escort RS Cosworth which scores 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 227 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 178 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 144 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.1 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Escort 1.8 TD CLX Turnier is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 533 miles and can store 460-860 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 900 kg.