Figures & Specs: Ford Escort 1.6 Twin Cam - [1968]

Ford Escort Engine & Transmission | Figures & Specs.

Ford Escort Engine:

The Saloon version of the Escort model has a 1558 cc (95.0 ci) 8 valve Straight 4 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Ford Escort Transmission:

This particular Ford Escort 1.6 Twin Cam has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

Ford Escort Power & Torque | Figures & Specs.

Ford Escort Power:

The Escort's 1558 cc (95.0 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 110 bhp (82 kW) @ 6000 rpm.

Ford Escort Torque:

The Ford Escort produces torque measuring 145 lb-ft (196.5 Nm) @ 4500 rpm.

Ford Escort Power to Weight:

The Escort weighs around 871 kg (1920 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 126.2 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 166.4 lb-ft of torque per ton.

Ford Escort Top Speed & Acceleration Performance | Figures & Specs.

Ford Escort Top Speed:

The Ford Escort 1.6 Twin Cam - [1968] has a top speed of 113 mph (181.8 kph)

Ford Escort Acceleration:

This Escort accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 9.90 seconds or 0-100kph in 10.2s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.86 seconds with a trap speed of 83.0 mph.

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