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Compact performance

1983 Ford Escort GT

Compact performance powered by 1983 Ford Escort GT 1.6-liter CVH EFI four-cylinder.

Classic Muscle EditorialLast reviewed Sep 16, 2026

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Engine 1983 Ford Escort GT 1.6-liter CVH EFI four-cylinder
Output Exact factory horsepower remains unresolved in the reviewed evidence
Transmission Standard close-ratio five-speed manual transaxle
Program Modern American Performance

Story

1983 Ford Escort GT

Ford's U.S. brochure identifies the GT as a two-door hatchback with a standard 1.6-liter CVH EFI engine and close-ratio five-speed manual. The 98-cubic-inch value is a rounded conversion of nominal 1.6 liters, not a separately verified factory displacement designation.

Configuration boundaries

The brochure's generic automatic option does not establish GT availability. This record does not borrow European XR3i, wagon or later-model specifications. EFI identifies fuel injection, not turbocharging.

Evidence gaps and photo pending

Horsepower, torque, final-drive ratio and late-year configuration changes remain unverified here. No unsupported output is filled in to complete the page. An exact-year exterior photograph with verified reuse rights is still being sought; brochure images are research evidence only.

Price history

Values

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Original Price

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Values move with paperwork, originality, options, condition, venue, and body style. High bids and guide values are labeled separately from completed sales.

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Options, Colors & Components

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Engine Details

  • Documented model-year powertrain 1983 Ford Escort GT 1.6-liter CVH EFI four-cylinder; Exact factory horsepower remains unresolved in the reviewed evidence; Exact factory torque remains unresolved in the reviewed evidence · 1983 Ford Escort GT · engine assembly / specification

Transmission

  • Factory transmission Standard close-ratio five-speed manual transaxle

Still Researching

  • rear axle The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year rear axle specification and application record.
  • brakes The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year brakes specification and application record.
  • suspension The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year suspension specification and application record.
  • option packages The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year option packages specification and application record.
  • production The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year production specification and application record.
  • paint colors The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year paint colors specification and application record.
  • trim and appearance The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year trim and appearance specification and application record.
  • interior The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year interior specification and application record.
  • authenticity markers The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year authenticity markers specification and application record.

Codes & names

Names & Engine Codes

Common names and codes are grouped so LS6 references point to the same engine, not separate pages.

1983 Escort GT 1.6 EFI 1983 Ford Escort GT 1.6-liter CVH EFI four-cylinder
1983 North American Escort GT CVH 1983 Ford Escort GT 1.6-liter CVH EFI four-cylinder

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