Ford Escort VI Hatch (GAL) 1.6 L (76 hp)

Gasoline engine with 76 hp (56 kW) and 89 lb-ft (120 Nm), built 1991–1995, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. The Ford Escort VI Hatch (GAL) has 7 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power76 hp (56 kW)
Torque89 lb-ft (120 Nm)
0–62 mph14 s
Top speed101 mph (162 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.6 L (76 hp)
Displacement1.6 L (1,555 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemCarburetor
Compression ratio9
Bore77 mm
Stroke83.5 mm

Performance

Power76 hp (56 kW) @ 5400 rpm
Torque89 lb-ft (120 Nm) @ 3400 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)14 s
Top speed101 mph (162 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
Fuel tank16.9 gal (64 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length158.9 in (4,036 mm)
Width66.6 in (1,692 mm)
Height57.1 in (1,450 mm)
Curb weight2,238 lb (1,015 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,197 lb (1,450 kg)
Cargo volume12.9 cu ft (366 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires175/70 R13 S
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Ford Escort with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Ford Escort VI Hatch (GAL) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 i XR3 (120 hp)Gasoline120 hp (88 kW)
1.6 GL (76 hp)Gasoline76 hp (56 kW)
1.8 i 16V XR3i (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)
2.0 i 16V RS 2000 (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 i 16V RS 2000 4X4 (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 i 16V RS Cosworth (220 hp)Gasoline220 hp (162 kW)
1.3 (60 hp)Gasoline60 hp (44 kW)
1.4 (73 hp)Gasoline73 hp (54 kW)
1.6 i 16V (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.8 D (60 hp)Diesel60 hp (44 kW)
1.8 TD (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.8 i 16V (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)

← All Ford Escort VI Hatch (GAL) engines

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