1991 Ford Escort Review
1991 Ford Escort Review
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Ford Escort types
- Hatchback
- Wagon
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What’s new
A totally redesigned Escort bows in 1991. New engines, sheetmetal and interiors round out the changes.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1991 Ford Escort LX 4dr Hatchback and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$153/mo for Escort LX
Escort LX
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1991 Ford Escort.
5 star(55%)
4 star(38%)
3 star(5%)
2 star(2%)
1 star(0%)
42 reviews
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4.63 out of 5 stars
ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM!!!
Lizbeth, 05/05/2002
1991 Ford Escort GT 2dr Hatchback
I bought my 1991 Escort GT new and
still have her! She just turned
195,000 miles with just the usual wear
and tear expenses. I love this car,
the body is still in style, and I love
blowing past the new cars with gutless
engines! If you have a chance to get
your hands on one of these terrific
cars, DO IT!!! You won't be sorry.
4.13 out of 5 stars
It takes a lickin and keeps on tickin
scortman, 04/27/2008
1991 Ford Escort LX 4dr Hatchback
I love my Escort LX. I drive 80 mi. per day round trip and get 33mpg city. The car was given to me by a friend in 8-06. It sat for 9 mo. Before I put a new battery in it started it up. I've replaced the starter, tiresstruts, brakes recently the timing belt broke and I was told it was beyond repair because the camshaft was locked and possible piston and valve damage. It would cost more … than the car was worth to repair. With nothing to lose, I managed to turn the camshaft backward and free it, put a new timing belt on and away we go. Runs like a champ. With gas prices rising every day (currently 3.60) my Escort is not for sale. It's a tough little car. With routine care it should run for ever.
4.25 out of 5 stars
My $100 Escort
pevey2469, 12/24/2009
1991 Ford Escort LX 4dr Hatchback
I obtained my Escort from it's grave. It had a broken timing belt, which in turn means it need a cylinder head. I put one on it at 145k and that was all. Ever since I have driven my "Little Go-Cart" over 10,000 miles with out a hitch. Engine is original and will probably need replacement around 165-180k but since I am a journeyman mechanic for 20 plus years,I believe it is worth it and … a good all around runabout. Ford Rules!
4.38 out of 5 stars
I love this car
Karla in PA, 07/24/2008
1991 Ford Escort LX 2dr Hatchback
I bought this car as a high school junior because I needed my own transportation to work. I had limited funds and the Escort seemed just perfect at $750. I have had the car for almost 1.5 years now and I have not been disappointed at all. This car is small and cute. I get wonderful gas mileage (~29/35) and there's little maintenance. My friends are all jealous of my car! It has almost … 100,000 (or 200,000; I can't tell because of the 6 digit odometer) and still runs better than my father's '05 Pontiac. The only problem is that the A/C doesn't run very cold, but hey, at least it runs. I would recommend this car to anyone. It runs like new and will never leave you stranded. Surely a great buy!
1991 Escort Highlights
Hatchback
Pony
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 28 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $153/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 17.3 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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