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RS1700T
Cosworth BDT, I-4, DOHC 16v
1778cc
320-350 HP @ – rpm
380 lb-ft @ – rpm
aluminium block and head
aspiration, 1 x Garrett T3 turbocharger with Bosch Jetronic fuel injection
firing order 1-3-4-2
water cooled
RS2300
“Hart”, I-4, DOHC, 16v
2300cc
300 HP @ – rpm
241 lb-ft @ – rpm
aluminium block and head
aspiration, natural
firing order 1-3-4-2
water cooled
engine located front longitudinal
Hewland 5 speed manual gearbox
RWD
Modified Escort XR3 steel monocoque chassis, converted from FWD to RWD, MkIII Escort bodywork composed of steel and fiberglass, widened fender flares, rear spoiler
Front suspension McPherson type struts, Bilstein shocks
Rear suspension McPherson type struts, Bilstein shocks
Steering system rack and pinion
Front and Rear brakes: AP 4 pot calipers, ventilated discs, adjustable F/R brake ratio
length: 3970 mm (156.3 in)
width: 1740 mm (68.5 in)
height: 1385 mm (54.5 in)
wheelbase: 2395 mm (94.3 in)
900kg
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