These are standard specifications for the 1985 Ford Escort, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Manual , 5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1981 - 1990 |
| Price : | $5,620-$8,680 |
| Weight : | 1980 lbs | 898.113 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1599 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L. |
| Power : | 70 HP (51.52 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Torque : | 88 Ft-Lbs (119 NM) @ 2600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.2 in | 80 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 80 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| Holley 2-barrel carburetor | |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1983 cc | 121.0 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 52 HP (38.272 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 82 Ft-Lbs (111 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Compression : | 22.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| Fuel Injected | |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1599 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L. |
| Power : | 80 HP (58.88 KW) @ 5400 RPM |
| Torque : | 88 Ft-Lbs (119 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.2 in | 80 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 80 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| Holley 2-barrel carburetor | |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1599 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L. |
| Power : | 84 HP (61.824 KW) @ 5200 RPM |
| Torque : | 90 Ft-Lbs (122 NM) @ 2800 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.2 in | 80 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 80 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| Fuel Injected | |
4 Manual , 5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 3.23:1 |
| 2nd Gear : | 1.92:1 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.23:1 |
| 4th Gear : | 0.81:1 |
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1985 : | 1,149,427 |
| 1985 Ford Escort | |
Dimension(s)
Hatchback
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
Four-door Hatchback
| Price : | $5,830 |
| Weight : | 2035 lbs | 923.06 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
L Hatchback
| Price : | $5,875 |
| Weight : | 1980 lbs | 898.113 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
L 4-Door Hatchback
| Price : | $6,090 |
| Weight : | 2035 lbs | 923.06 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
L Station Wagon
| Price : | $6,300 |
| Weight : | 2065 lbs | 936.668 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
GL Hatchback
| Price : | $6,375 |
| Weight : | 2030 lbs | 920.793 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
GL 4-Door Hatchback
| Price : | $6,590 |
| Weight : | 2090 lbs | 948.008 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
GL Station Wagon
| Price : | $6,765 |
| Weight : | 2115 lbs | 959.348 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
LX 4-Door Hatchback
| Price : | $7,840 |
| Weight : | 2140 lbs | 970.688 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
LX Station Wagon
| Price : | $7,930 |
| Weight : | 2070 lbs | 938.936 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
GT Hatchback
| Price : | $7,585 |
| Weight : | 2100 lbs | 952.544 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
GT Turbo Hatchback
| Price : | $8,680 |
| Weight : | 2240 lbs | 1016.047 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 13.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 163.9 in | 4163 mm. |
| Width : | 65.9 in | 1674 mm. |
| Height : | 53.3 in | 1354 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 94.2 in | 2393 mm. |
| Front Track : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 56.0 in | 1422 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : MacPherson struts with lower control arms, coil springs and stabilizer bar Rear : Independent trailing arms with modified MacPherson struts and coil spirngs on lower control arms | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Rack and Pinion |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | P165/80R13 SBR BSW |
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19830801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 89V095000 |
| Summary | EXTERNAL CRACKS ABOVE THE NUMBER 3 CYLINDER (1984 MODELS) OR ROCKER ARM COVER GASKETS SPLITTING (1985 MODELS) COULD ALLOW OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. |
| Consequence | ENGINE OIL LEAKING ONTO A HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD COULDRESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. |
| Remedy | REPLACE CRACKED CYLINDER HEADS (1984 MODELS); REPLACE ROCKER ARM COVER GASKETS (1985 MODELS). |
| Notes | SYSTEM:ENGINE/CYLINDER HEADS, ROCKER ARM COVER GASKETS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER CARS WITH 1.6L AND 1.9L ENGINES. |
| Component | SEATS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19840701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 89V170000 |
| Summary | THE FORWARD OUTBOARD PEDESTAL OF THE SEAT TRACK OF DRIVER'S SEAT MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO FATIGUE FRACTURE. |
| Consequence | THIS COULD RESULT IN A LIMITED DEGREE OF ROCKING MOTIONOF THE DRIVERS SEAT ASSEMBLY UPON ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION, WHICH COULDCAUSE AN ACCIDENT. |
| Remedy | INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT ON ALL MODELS AND A NEW SEAT TRACK AS NECESSARY |
| Notes | SYSTEM: SEAT TRACK PEDESTAL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19850301 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 85V054000 |
| Summary | THE THROTTLE LEVER MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE POSITION DUE TO MISALIGNMENT OF THE AIR CONDITIONER SHUT OFF SWITCH TO THE THROTTLE LEVER PIN. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A JAMMED THROTTLE COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL, WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND AN ACCIDENT. |
| Remedy | ADJUST SHUTOFF SWITCH AND ASSURE PROPER ALIGNMENT TO THROTTLE LEVER PIN. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 1.9 2V LITER ENGINES AND AIRCONDITIONING.SYSTEM: THROTTLE LEVER. |
Data updated January 2023
1985 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $9,005 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $22,100 |
| Avg. Home : | $89,330 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.09 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1985 Ford Escort?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1985 Ford Escort? A: The 1985 Ford Escort has a wheelbase size of 94.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1985 Ford Escort? A: The 1985 Ford Escort has a length of 163.90 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1985 Ford Escort? A: The 1985 Ford Escort has a width of 65.90 inches.Q: How much did the 1985 Ford Escort cost when new?A: The 1985 Ford Escort cost approximately $5,620 to $8,680 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1985 Ford Escort? A: The 1985 Ford Escort was offered as a Four-door Hatchback, GL 4-Door Hatchback, GL Hatchback, GL Station Wagon, GT Hatchback, GT Turbo Hatchback, Hatchback, L 4-Door Hatchback, L Hatchback, L Station Wagon, LX 4-Door Hatchback, LX Station Wagon.Q: What tires did the 1985 Ford Escort have? A: The 1985 Ford Escort had P165/80R13 SBR BSW tires.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1985? A: Ford produced 1,149,427 automobiles in 1985.Q: What engines did the 1985 Ford Escort have? A: The 1985 Ford Escort had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1599 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 70 HP (51.52 KW) @ 4600 RPM and 88 Ft-Lbs (119 NM) @ 2600 RPM Inline 4 (1983 cc | 121.0 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 52 HP (38.272 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 82 Ft-Lbs (111 NM) @ 2400 RPM Inline 4 (1599 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 80 HP (58.88 KW) @ 5400 RPM and 88 Ft-Lbs (119 NM) @ 3000 RPM Inline 4 (1599 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 84 HP (61.824 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 90 Ft-Lbs (122 NM) @ 2800 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1985 Ford Escort have? A: The 1985 Ford Escort had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Manual, 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.