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Technical data

This 1.6 MT XR3 alc. (86 hp) engine was fitted in the 4 generation Cabriolet, which was produced by Ford from 1986 to 1995. In addition to this engine, 10 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km12.4litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km10.2litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km11.1litre
Fuel tank capacity48litre
Cruising rangefrom 390 to 470km
FuelEthanol
Top speed169km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.5second

Engine

Displacement1555cm3
Engine power86bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 600RPM
Maximum torque127Nm
RPM at max torque4000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore77mm
Stroke83.5mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle11.23m

Body

Seats5
Length4022mm
Width1640mm
Height1403mm
Wheelbase2402mm
Front track1400mm
Rear track1423mm
Kerb weight1000kg
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Multi wishbone, Spring
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City14.9 litres / 100km
Highway12.2 litres / 100km
Average13.3 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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