Features as functional as they are eve- catching proclaim the Escort RS Turbo's character and reeall its proud pedigree. RS Escorts clinched 1979'5 World Rally Championship after winning the rounds contested in Greece, Portugal, New Zealand, Canada and Britain. Two years later, Ari Vatanen became the World Champion rally driver in his RS Escort.
The record also includes winning Britain's gruelling RAG Rally every year frorn 1972 10 1979.
Such feats provided Ford Special Vehicle Engineering with a wealth of data when the Escort RS Turbo was being perfected.
Special air duels in the deep front spoiler help cool the ventilated disc brakes when they are being used hard and aften on a mountain road, a race track or a rally's special stage.
Long-range driving lights are standard equiprnent. Sa are body-coloured polycarbonate bumpers designed te save weight and absorb low-speed impacts.
Strong and srylish - like the rest of the car - the alloy wheels have 6-inch rims shod with ultra-lew profile 195/50VR15 tyres whose grip has to be experienced to 11111111111111111" 11111111111\\ be believed. Tyres and suspension also combine to give a remarkably smooth, quiet ride in keeping with the 'domesticated' si de of the versatile Escort RS Turbo's personality.
Extended body-colour wheel arches and rocker panels enhance the businesslike appearance of a car whose exterior also has body-colour door minors with the convenience of remote-control adjustment.
.ESCORT RS _L . Cur,uo Engineered to quicken the But high standards of comfort, initials, way back in 1970. True to that pulse of people who really convenienee and refinement, plus all the tradition, the Escort RS Turbo's enjoy driving, the Escort advantages of a versatile three-door aerodynamic bonnet conceals an RS Turbo blends character-packed styling hatchback, make it equally suitable for advanced, high-spirited L6i CVH engine and sensational performance with all the fun-Iaving executives and Cast-meving whose power and mid-range flexibility are -practical features that have made the families. matched by equally outstanding reliability award-winning Escort Britairt's and the "lld durability. world's best-selling car in the 1980s. That combination is typical of cars developed by Ford Special Vehicle Key features include Bosch KE-]etronic The Escort RS Turbo has all the spine- Engineering, the team whose unrivalled fuel injection and a Garrett T3 tingling potential n'eedect to win Group N expertise has produced such high- turbocharger whose turbine bearings are ana=JrlI."'t'ileQS~d rallies - just like performance favourites as the Escort XR3i now water-cooled for even more efficient its hard-charging-predecessor. and the Siena RS Cosworth. heat dissipation. Intake temperatures are optimised by an air-to-air intercooler. The performance and stamina needed _,·:;._,....to bearworld-cless cornpetition have been This high-performance Escort associated with RS-badged cars ever powerful on-board microprocessor since Ford fust used the Rallye Sport proqrarnmed to control iqnition timing the turbo's 'wastegate', a high-tech safety valve which keeps boost pressures within the preset operating lirnits.
It all adds up to a rousing 132 PS at 5750 rpm - plus 180Nm oftorque developed at only 2750 revs. That, according to tests by Toni -enginéers, is the formula for 0-60 mph in just 8.2 sizzIing seconds, then on to a 128mph top speed*.
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The ligh! allcy 6x 15 whee!s fitted w!lh 195/50 VR IS tyrës. prcvrdmq large reserves of grip for sure-jcoted cornermg and rezor-sherp handlmg are standard on the escort RS Turbo
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Acrodynam\c aids such as the single plane body- colcur rear spoiler benent hlgh·speed stablhty as wel! as procjaurunç the thoroughbred Turbo's spor!mg pedigree
Gone are the days when high- performance cars offered little more luxury than a medieval hermit's cello Like the rest of the world-beating Ford Escort range, the RS Turbo is a practical, versatiIe, Iamily-sized hatchback whose spacious interior provides outstanding comfort and convenience.
In front, Recaro seats with padded, fully- adjustable head restraints are carefully shaped to give superb support during long motorway drives ~ and when powering along roads wîth more bends than a box fuIl of paperclips.
The RS Turbo's standard equiprnent also includes electrically operated front windows, a tilt-or-slide glass sunroof, and hiqh-security locks operated by a central locking system. Ford's high-quality Self- Seek FM Stereo Radio/Cassette audio equipment features four speakers, a neat 'joystick' balance control and a radio aerial built into the rear windew's heating element.
Hlgh·qualuy m-eer entertainment IS provrded by Fcrd's setr-seek FM Stereo Radio/Cassette wnh ns 'joystick' balance cernrol
Centrallockmg IS standard Reeare sears are typtcal of on the Escort RS Turbo a SpaClOUS and Doors. tallgate. lue l rmer scptusuceteo intertor and steermç are proreetee desiçned to dehght the by tuqh secunty lccks. spons car driver Neat instruments are clearly visrbte rhrouqh the rwo- spoke, sen-reet steennq wheel. Comrols are perfectly placed. Standard equrpment also metodes a sunroor. and electr!cally operared front wmdows. Take a good look at Ford 's superb Escort RS Turbo from the driver's all- important viewpoint. Adjust that snug seat. Wrap your fingers round the sporta-type steering wheel whose soft, padded rim has perforated sections for extra grip.
The clear and comprehensive instrument panel's 140mph speedometer is centrally located, just a few degrees The fascia l~rE9ra~s below your straight-ahead line of vision, clèarly cal ned su,:~ with the and can be checked in a Iraction of a tachomete~?"ru"""---~ second. That smal1 but significant 'user speedometer the friendly' detail is rypical of a car designed dominatmg features. A for enthusiasts by enthusiasts who range ofwarrung lights destçned forcorweruence appreciate the importanee of ergonomie mclude brake Iatlure lig efficiency. and anti-loek brake s em farlure light. The hom is ideally p1aced in the stee ring wheel's padded centre .
. '~~\_-'.', \ The Escort RS Turbo is a real driver's car. Lights, indicators, wipers and washers are operated by exceptionally conveniënt controls on either side of the steering column. Neat push-button microswitches are illuminated at niqht, just like the powerful heating and ventilation systern's srnooth. precise rotary controls.
High performance IS rnatched by a high specü.ceuon Features mclude remere control door minors, an overhead console ~ complete wuh clock and courtesv lIght- and a smcoth. live-speed qearbcx
Experts have Other high-tech assets incJude a lavished a great deal remarkably smooth viscous-coupled of praise on the anti- Iimited-slip differential to control loek braking system wheelspin and enhance handling, notably developed specially when accelerating hard on slippery or for front-wheel-drive rough surfaces. cars by Ford in association with Lessons learned in races and rallies Lucas Girling. have been applied to the Iully- Standard on the independent suspension. Designed te potent Escort RS complement the car's vivid performance Turbo, it gives with superb roadholding and handling, it additional security to a layout featuring features front wheels located by ventilated disc brakes for the front wheels. longitudinal tie-bars, stiffer springs, a rear anti-roll bar and gas-filled shock absorbers.
The five-speed transmissien's clutch is also uprated to cope with the turbocharged engine's power and torque .
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The tailgate's sinqle-plane spoiler is another dramatic and functional feature. Evolved in Ford 's wind tunnel, where speeds exceeding 180mph can be simulated, it reduces enerqy-absorbinq turbulence and helps keep the rear wheels in firm contact with the road. The spoiler is typical of a car whose aerodynamics benefit high-speed stability as wel! as improvinq the turbocharged powertrain's outstanding performance and economy.
But one vita! factor is missing. The Escort RS Turbo in your Ford RS Dealer's showroom lacks a driver ready, willing and able to ride the world-Iamcus RS stable's thoroughbred. That lucky person could be you. SPECIFICATIONS EXTERIOR (continued) INTERlOR (continued) COLOUR AND MAIN • Tinted glass all round • Package tray, rear PATTERNED TRIM Enqine 1.6 ene (CVB) fuel injected • Tow hooks, front and carpered tiltmgl with Oarrert AiResea.rch TJ rear rcmovable SOLID COLOURS 'Day1ona' turbocha.rger and intercooler WheeJs, 6 x 15 alloy Rear VIew mirror, Diamond Wlule Raven Capacnv cc 1591 • Wheel arch extensions • dippmg Rosso Red Raven • body coloured Seats- Cvbnders Black (al extra cost) Raven • Wmdow surrounds. • Reeare front, recl.trung Compressron rano 821 • srde. body coloured Fabnc Olm, 'Daytona' METALLIC COLOUR (al extra ecsn Fuel mducnon Bosch KE leuoruc fuel Windscreen.lanunated Rear foldrnç scat back rnjecnon NImbus Grey Raven • wincsereen wash. and cusluon Choke Autcmeuc • electric 60/40 spul rear back Içrution Etecucruc Windscreen wtpers: rest OPTIONAL FEATURES • Factory fitted Max power DIN KW 'Iwo-speed • Seat beits: (PS) al rpm 95(132)/5750 Interminent Front inoma reel Door rrurrors. etectnceuv operared and neetee Max torcue DIN Nm Two rear lap/dJagonal (black housmç) merna reel and one INTERIOR Pamt: Black (M~KP;'j)~"~,,,~m~~~,==_:i'f,80~'~18,4)/27SO lap centre static • ~ax conunuous revs 6200 _ • Carpet; Steennq wheel. twc- Metallic Load cernpartment • spoke spons soft Ieel Wtndscreen raprd de-lee Performance Ford test fiqures Passenger Stowaqe bins IJl front Fuel computer MANUAL 5 SPEED cornpartmeru, COlOUI- • doors Max. speed (mph) 12' keyed cut pile Srowaqe spa ca: In-car entertamment Cîgar lighter, front • Q.6O mph (secs.) B2 • Centra console wtth Electronic Sound Svstem ECU2 rllurtunated mteçral com slots and mcluding power arnphfrer Clock, quartz dJgna! 'ï'ransmissicn/Fuet Consuroption cassette storagc. Oraphrc equaliser only with ECU2 opucn • scbd state All figures In mpg (LI!OO km) are from offktally approved Shelf. dnver lower and Seat belts. IWOrear lap/diaqonal mema Teel tests under 'he Passenger Car Fuel COlIsumptJon Oldel 1983 Cloth door inserts passenger upper • Counesy lights: and one lap centra stalle MANUAL 5 SPEED • Sunroof: Front • Tlitmg/sudmg gJass 24** mentbs. 18.000 mlles Constant dnvrnq speed Load compartmeru ----~ Tachometer Extra Cover 56 mph (90 kmh) Fascia instrument • • Tnp recorder Extra Cover Plus Constam dnvrng speed switches. dlurrunared • Varuty rrurror on 75mph(120kmh) 340(83) Gas struts on tarlqate 24** momhs. 24,000 rtules • passenger sunvisor 259(109) • Glovebox wïth hd and Sunulated urban dnvmg • Wanung uqhts- Extra Cover illurninauon • Anti-leek brake system Extra Cover Plus Weights (kg) (nominal) Headluung, cool black • tauure 24** manths, unhmlted mlleage Cross veteere welghl 1325 Head restreirus. front Brake failure/ • seets, fuUy adjustable Extra Cover Max roof rack lead 75 kqs handbrake Heater: Duoenen mdrcator Extra Cover Plus • Fan. three-speed Insurance Group+ 5 Içruncn/alternator 36** mcmhs. 24,000 mrles I1Iurrunated conrrols 'Laçhts-on' tAs recornmended by the ACCIdent Offices Assccenou In-car entertainment: Extra Cover Mam beam • Aenal mcorporated m Extra Cover Plus * ou pressure STANDARD EXTERIOR (continued) rear windscreen wmdows: 36** rnoruhs. 36.000 mrlas FEATURES Four speakers • Elecmcally operatod Extra COYOT • Fuel tank cap. loclo.ng 'Joystick' speaker front Extra Cover PluS * ENGINEERJNG by rçtuuon key balance control Body, rhree-door • Handles/locks, black Self-Seek FM Cassette 36** momns. 60.000 nulës • saloon Hazard warrung ESRT 32PS Extra Cover * • flashers • Enqtne. 1 60HC Extra Cover Plus * (CVH) fuel mjccted • Heared rear wmdow wnh Garren wnh auto swncn-ctt * See separate RS Pnce LISI A1Research 1'3 • Hom, dual-tone *" from date of Assurance comrne ncërnenr turbocharger and • Lamps- See your Jocal Ford Dealer Ier deraus mtercooler Halogen headJamps Gearbox. five-speed Reversmg lamps • Rear fog larrips with VlSCOUS coupled lmuted shp drûerenual Front dnvmq lamps Choke, automatic Ovemders. front • Tyre saze, 195/50 VR15 • uucçral • Radiator ducts mteqral EXTERJOR • wrth bumper, body • Bumpers, body coloured wnh coloured Wim black addJuonal cooilng msert vents m bonnet Door locks: Rocker panel • High secunry • mouldmgs, body Tailqate push loek cclcured Door rrurrcrs: Servo-assisted anu- • Body coloured • loek brakes housmg Srde repeet mdicatcrs Driver side remere • Spoilers: control • Front lip, body Passenger side remote coloured control Tarlqate. body ESCORT RS _L • Centra! door loclo.ng coloured mcJudJng torch key • Taûqate wash/wipe ticeoo Your Ford RS Dealer