Escort MK1 engine change

MO3OK

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Ford Escort MK1
Hello guys.
I have a stock MK1 escort and i want to change the engine.
I currently have a rearwheel drive 1300cc engine and i want to swap it with something more powerful (1500-1600cc) My question is, what engine would fit this model? and what should I look for on the market.
Thanks
 
Greetings and Welcome to our TorqueCars Forum my Friend! :)

I am unable to help you with your question directly, but hopefully somebody can point you in the right direction for the knowledge that you seek!

Good luck! :)
 
Hi and Welcome

If you want to stay with Ford power, then all of the 4 cylinder RWD engines will bolt to the existing chassis mounts as the mounts on the block haven't changed position since the introduction of the 997cc engine. Therefore your upgrade choices include:
1600cc crossflow
RS1600 and 2000 engines
BDA engines are good but expensive to buy and tune.
1600 and 2000cc Pinto
1993 YB turbo

For a first time transplanter, I suggest either a 1600 crossflow or 1600/2000 Pinto as these will fit onto your exoisting gearbox without stressing its internals.

The Zetec and Duratec lumps will also fit but need a lot more work as they are normally fitted sideways (Ugh!)
 
Hi and Welcome

If you want to stay with Ford power, then all of the 4 cylinder RWD engines will bolt to the existing chassis mounts as the mounts on the block haven't changed position since the introduction of the 997cc engine. Therefore your upgrade choices include:
1600cc crossflow
RS1600 and 2000 engines
BDA engines are good but expensive to buy and tune.
1600 and 2000cc Pinto
1993 YB turbo

For a first time transplanter, I suggest either a 1600 crossflow or 1600/2000 Pinto as these will fit onto your exoisting gearbox without stressing its internals.

The Zetec and Duratec lumps will also fit but need a lot more work as they are normally fitted sideways (Ugh!)

This is what I was looking for. Now, can you tell me what cars have the crossflow engine? because in my country, probably it will be cheaper to buy the whole car rather than shipping it from another place :)
 
MK1 and 2 Escorts, Mk2 and 3 Cortinas, Mk1 and 2 Capris and some late Transits.
 
Maybe not in Macedonia, here you can buy a whole Saph for £2-£3k and make a chunk of your money back selling parts.
 
Not that easy-to-find engine is it? :) can you send me some links to check prices?

Cosworth YB is a common transplant into Mk1 Escorts, so there woudl be no problem in finding the necessary parts. If the power is much over standard you will need to fit a stronger gearbox. The T5 fitted to the RS Sapphire would be fine.

Costs start from from around £1400 for a standard, used engine with no guarentee. There are usually one or two listed on eBay.

If looking for a more powerful lump then it depends on how much you are willing to spend :) For example, I am rebuilding the 450bhp engine that I have taken out of a Sapphire I am stripping. As soon as it is finished I will be listing it on eBay with no reserve, although I will hope for at least £3000.
 
What engine would you put in a MK1 Escort?

First timer - 2000cc Pinto with a pair of twin DCOE or DHLA 40s. A good set up will produce 180bhp plus. Existing gearbox and axle will cope with this.

If you are prepared for a lot more work, then the Cosworth YB turbo would be my choice, but I am old school. BHP will depend on the depth of your pockets.
 
I like the specs on the Nissan engine. It requires a full gearbox+engine swap? And how much is the price range? because i found some items in USA within 600-800$ price range. But that was only the engine....
 
First timer - 2000cc Pinto with a pair of twin DCOE or DHLA 40s. A good set up will produce 180bhp plus. Existing gearbox and axle will cope with this.

If you are prepared for a lot more work, then the Cosworth YB turbo would be my choice, but I am old school. BHP will depend on the depth of your pockets.

I can't find any of these engines on the market in my country or in 1000 mile radius.... I cant even find a donor car so I can buy the whole car instead... Something else maybe?
 
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