Cosworth
Ford Escort RS Cosworth
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Ford Cosworth 2.0i DOHC 16 valve turbocharged catalyst engine - Cylinders -
4 in-line. Bore - 90.8mm. Stroke - 77.0mm. COmpression ratio - 8.0:1.
Weber/Marelli multipoint fuel injection with electronic engine management
system. Garrett AiResearch T3/T04B turbocharger and intercooler. Electronic
breakerless ignition. Block - cats iron. Head - aluminum. Cooling - Water.
Bearings - 5 main. Valve gear - DOHC four valves per cylinder, toothed drive
belt, maintenance free tappets. Max Power PS 227 at 6250 rpm. Max torque Nm
304 at 3500 rpm.
Gearbox: MT 75 5-sped manual 4x4. Internal ratios Top 0.83:1 4th 1.00:1 3rd
1.36:1 2nd 2.08:1 1st 3.61:1 Final drive ratio 3.62:1
Wheels, Brake and Tyres: Advanced four-wheel drive system provides
formidable handling and traction in all road conditions. Permanent 34:66
front:rear torque split matches ideally the balance of the car and gives
responsive, reassuring handling. Viscous coupled limited slip differentials
fitted centre and rear help maintain grip in slippery conditions. Advanced
electronically-controlled ABS anti-lock breaking system with two
microprocessors; one hydraulic circuit for each front wheel, single circuit
for rear wheels. Large diameter ventilated front and rear disc breaks.
Hydraulic high pressure assistance. 8 x 16 5-spoke allow wheels with 225/45
ZR 16 tyres
Fuel and performance: Lots.