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 hp
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- 31 - 49 mpg
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- 1,653 - 1,852 lbs
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- 8.4 ft3
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 gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 19.71 lb/hp 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 8.4 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 882 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 1,764 lbs.