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 hp
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- 23.3 - 42 mpg
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- 2,028 - 2,811 lbs
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- 17.3 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 11.4 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 16.2 - 30.4 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 9.4 - 26 ft3 (Hatchback)
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 sedan, convertible, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 59 hp 1.3 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 227 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 12.39 lb/hp 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 16.2-30.4 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,984 lbs.