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Technical data

This 1.8 MT XR3 alc. (99 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 km14.5litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km12.3litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km13.1litre
Fuel tank capacity48litre
Cruising rangefrom 330 to 390km
FuelEthanol
Top speed176km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)10.7second

Engine

Displacement1781cm3
Engine power99bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 600RPM
Maximum torque151Nm
RPM at max torque3200RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore81mm
Stroke86.4mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

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

Body

Seats5
Length4022mm
Width1640mm
Height1403mm
Wheelbase2402mm
Front track1400mm
Rear track1423mm
Kerb weight1060kg
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

City17.4 litres / 100km
Highway14.8 litres / 100km
Average15.7 litres / 100km

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

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