The Escort RS2000 is one of many classic Fords only intended for Europe. It was a popular vehicle for rally racing in the 1970s for its relatively small size and simplicity, and it still is to an extent. Under the bonnet is a 2.0-liter four-banger producing 109 horsepower and 117 lb-ft of torque, paired to a four-speed manual. The first-gen Escort RS2000 launches from 0 to 62 mph in 9.8 seconds and is capable of a top speed of 109 mph. It may be seen as underpowered to many, but the Escort RS2000 Mk I weighs just over 2000 pounds and wasn't designed to handle an incredible amount of power. Early performance-oriented European Ford Escorts pique my interest since it is a sporty vehicle that was never sold in the States. They aren't the coolest classic cars, but I bet the European Ford Escort RS models would be very fun to drive.
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