Ford Escort Hatchback 1980
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Buy a good one and you'll always get your money back.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A lot for an H reg Escort, dear insurance.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No PAS - bad, but straight line on boost makes up.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    For a (old) 1.6 8v engine it's quick, easily tuned.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Driven hard they break easily, treat with kid gloves it may last a few weeks before it blows up!

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Some would disagree, but personally super cool in a retro way.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Recaros great, NO mod cons no PAS.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Er, what security? Most now have aftermarket cat 1 etc.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Tapping when working then breaks.

    Other

    Having said all that I absolutely love 'em!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes