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Ford Escort Wheel Size
The Ford Escort has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from ZR 70S 13 for Commercial in 1982 with a wheel size that spans from —.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Commercial | ZR 70S 13 | — | ZR 70S 13 | — | |
| 1981 | Coupe | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1981 | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1981 | Commercial | ZR 70S 13 | — | ZR 70S 13 | — | |
| 1980 | Coupe | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1980 | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1980 | Commercial | ZR 70S 13 | — | ZR 70S 13 | — | |
| 1979 | Coupe | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1979 | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1979 | Commercial | ZR 70S 13 | — | ZR 70S 13 | — | |
| 1978 | Coupe | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1978 | Sedan | — | 13x4.5 inches | — | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1978 | Commercial | ZR 70S 13 | — | ZR 70S 13 | — | |
Ford Escort Price and Specs
The price range for the Ford Escort varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $2,640 and going to $4,070 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Commercial | 1.6L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| 1981 | Sedan | 1.6L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,310 | $3,850 | |
| 1981 | Coupe | 1.6L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,310 | $5,500 | |
| 1981 | Commercial | 2.0L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| 1980 | Coupe | 1.6L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,090 | $5,280 | |
| 1980 | Sedan | 1.6L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,310 | $5,060 | |
| 1980 | Commercial | 2.0L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| 1979 | Coupe | 1.6L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,090 | $4,730 | |
| 1979 | Sedan | 2.0L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,310 | $4,510 | |
| 1979 | Commercial | 2.0L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| 1978 | Coupe | 1.6L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $1,980 | $3,630 | |
| 1978 | Sedan | 1.6L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,090 | $3,850 | |
| 1978 | Commercial | 2.0L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
Ford Escort Dimensions
The dimensions of the Ford Escort Commercial, Coupe and Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Commercial | 1545x1565x4059 mm | — | |
| 1981 | Coupe | 1380x1590x3980 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1981 | Sedan | 1380x1590x3980 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1981 | Commercial | 1545x1565x4059 mm | — | |
| 1980 | Sedan | 1380x1590x3980 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1980 | Coupe | 1380x1590x3980 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1980 | Commercial | 1545x1565x4059 mm | — | |
| 1979 | Coupe | 1380x1590x3980 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1979 | Sedan | 1380x1590x3980 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1979 | Commercial | 1545x1565x4059 mm | — | |
| 1978 | Coupe | 1380x1590x3980 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1978 | Sedan | 1380x1590x3980 mm | 125 mm | |
| 1978 | Commercial | 1545x1565x4059 mm | — | |
Ford Escort Fuel Consumption
The Ford Escort is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Leaded fuel type(s).
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Commercial | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1981 | Commercial | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1981 | Coupe | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1981 | Sedan | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1980 | Commercial | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1980 | Coupe | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1980 | Sedan | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1979 | Commercial | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1979 | Coupe | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1979 | Sedan | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1978 | Commercial | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1978 | Coupe | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1978 | Sedan | — | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
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Ford Escort Towing Capacity
The Ford Escort has maximum towing capacity of 545kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Commercial | 545kg | 545kg | |
| 1981 | Coupe | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1981 | Sedan | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1981 | Commercial | 545kg | 545kg | |
| 1980 | Coupe | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1980 | Sedan | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1980 | Commercial | 545kg | 545kg | |
| 1979 | Coupe | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1979 | Sedan | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1979 | Commercial | 545kg | 545kg | |
| 1978 | Coupe | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1978 | Sedan | 0kg | 0kg | |
| 1978 | Commercial | 545kg | 545kg | |