1984 Ford Escort
US · Compact Cars
The 1984 Ford Escort is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder (CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder, 1.6L 4-cylinder (CALIF), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (DIESEL) CA model), 2.0L 4-cylinder (DIESEL), 2.0L 4-cylinder (CALIF)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
- Economy
- 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 39 mpg (6.0 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder (CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder, 1.6L 4-cylinder (CALIF), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (DIESEL) CA model), 2.0L 4-cylinder (DIESEL), 2.0L 4-cylinder (CALIF) | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 39 mpg (6.0 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 47 mpg (5.0 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Drivetrain, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
28 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 1.6L · 3-speed automatic
- 1.6L · 3-speed automatic
- 1.6L · 3-speed automatic
- 1.6L · 3-speed automatic
- 1.6L · 4-speed manual
- 1.6L · 4-speed manual
- 1.6L · 4-speed manual
- 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- 2.0L · 5-speed manual
- 2.0L · 5-speed manual
- 2.0L · 5-speed manual
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 3-speed automatic
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 3-speed automatic
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 3-speed automatic
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 3-speed automatic
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 4-speed manual
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 4-speed manual
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- Escort Wagon · 1.6L · 5-speed manual
- Escort Wagon · 2.0L · 5-speed manual · Diesel
- Escort Wagon · 2.0L · 5-speed manual · Diesel
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.
89V095000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
EXTERNAL CRACKS ABOVE THE NUMBER 3 CYLINDER (1984 MODELS) OR ROCKER ARM COVER GASKETS SPLITTING (1985 MODELS) COULD ALLOW OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
Remedy: REPLACE CRACKED CYLINDER HEADS (1984 MODELS); REPLACE ROCKER ARM COVER GASKETS (1985 MODELS).
Reported June 12, 1989. View on NHTSA
84V123000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE BRAKE LINE MAY BE POSITIONED TOO CLOSE TO AN ENGINE BRACKET. NORMAL ENGINE MOVEMENTS MAY CAUSE THE BRACKET TO RUB AGAINST THE BRAKE LINE.
Remedy: THE BRAKE LINE WILL BE INSPECTED AND REROUTED IF NECESSARY.
Reported October 10, 1984. View on NHTSA
83V134000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE D-SHAPED RING FOR THE SHOULDER BELT ARE INADEQUATELY SUPPORTED BY THE MATERIAL IN WHICH THEY ARE MOUNTED. THE ATTACHMENT DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES".
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW ATTACHING HARDWARE TO IMPROVE THE STRENGTH OF THE MOUNTING.
Reported December 20, 1983. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 25, 2026
Data verified: October 25, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1985 Ford Escort
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder, 1.6L 4-cylinder (CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.9L 4-cylinder (CA model), 2.0L 4-cylinder (CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((CALIF)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 1.9L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder ((CALIF)), 2.0L 4-cylinder · FWD
40 mpg (5.9 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1984 Ford Escort have?
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder (CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder, 1.6L 4-cylinder ((CALIF)), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((DIESEL) CA model), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((DIESEL)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((CALIF)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1984 Ford Escort?
Combined fuel economy is 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 39 mpg (6.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Are there recalls for the 1984 Ford Escort?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.