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Ford Escort IV Cabrio 1.6 XR3i (105 Hp)
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Ford Escort:
The Ford Escort is a small family car that was manufactured by Ford of Europe from 1968 until 2004. In total, the six generations were spread across three basic platforms: the original, rear-wheel-drive Mk. 1/Mk. 2 , the "Erika" front-wheel-drive Mk. 3/Mk. 4 , and the final CE-14 Mk. 5/Mk. 6 version. Its successor, the Ford Focus, was released in 1998, but the final generation of Escort was phased out gradually, with the panel van version ending production in 2002 in favour of the Ford Transit Connect....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Cabrio Overview:
Ford Escort (IV Cabrio). A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 XR3i (105 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most spirited option, offering decent acceleration for its time and a fun driving experience in a convertible.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption, typical for a performance-oriented naturally aspirated engine of the early 90s.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable convertible experience
- • Simple and easy to maintain
- • Good parts availability
- • Fun to drive with the top down
- • Practical for its size
Cons:
- • Dated safety features
- • Modest performance in lower trims
- • Prone to rust (common for era Fords)
- • Interior quality is basic
- • Scuttle shake common in convertibles of this era
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (GAF,AWF,ABFT): 1989 - 1990).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | IV Cabrio |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 XR3i (105 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 105 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | LR2, LRB More details about the engine LR2, LRB |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.9 l |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
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