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Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

    • Average rim diameter: 16 in. (406 mm)
    • Average rim width: 6 in. (152 mm)
    • Max speed on original rims: 116 mph (186 km/h)
    • Load to one rim: 334 kg (735 lbs)
    • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
    • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.82 hp/mm (0.6 kW/mm)
    • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
    • Rim circumference: 50.2 in. per wheel (1275 mm)
    • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.5 — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.0 EcoBoost — 6 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.5 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.0 EcoBoost — 175 mm min and 205 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.5 — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.0 EcoBoost — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.5 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.0 EcoBoost 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 35.3% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)     		24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.5
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.0 EcoBoost
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.3%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13.1 in. (333 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.6 in. (117 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 122 mph (196 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 270 kg (596 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 24%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.68 hp/mm (0.5 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.09 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 18 in. (457 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 41.1 in. per wheel (1044 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1995 Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.4 i — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.3 i — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i 16V 4X4 — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8 D — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 TD — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.4 i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.3 i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 i 16V 4X4 — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.8 D — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 TD — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.4 i — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.3 i — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i 16V — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i 16V 4X4 — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.8 D — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.8 TD — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i 16V — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.4 i 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.1 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.3 i 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.2 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 i 16V 4X4 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)     		2.7 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.8 D 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 TD 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.4 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.1 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.3 i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V 4X4
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 D
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 TD
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13.3 in. (338 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.5 in. (114 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 122 mph (196 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 272 kg (600 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 24%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.68 hp/mm (0.5 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.94 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 18 in. (457 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 41.8 in. per wheel (1062 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.3 i — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.4 i — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8 D — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8 TD — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.3 i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.4 i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 D — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 TD — 145 mm min and 175 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.3 i — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i 16V — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.4 i — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 D — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i 16V — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8 TD — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.3 i 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.2 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.4 i 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		3.4 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 D 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 i 16V 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		2.2 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 TD 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.4 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.3 i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 D
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 TD
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14.3 in. (363 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.8 in. (122 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 120 mph (193 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 301 kg (663 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 26%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.8 hp/mm (0.59 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 11 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 19 in. (483 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44.9 in. per wheel (1140 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.6 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i 16V XR3i — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.8 TD — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.6 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 i 16V XR3i — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.8 TD — 145 mm min and 175 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.6 i 16V — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i 16V XR3i — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8 TD — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.6 i 16V 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		2.7 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 i 16V XR3i 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		2.4 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.8 TD 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i 16V XR3i
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 TD
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13.3 in. (338 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.7 in. (119 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 122 mph (196 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 284 kg (627 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 24%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.66 hp/mm (0.49 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.94 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 19 in. (483 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 41.8 in. per wheel (1062 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.3 i — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 D — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.4 i — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i 16V — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.8 TD — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.3 i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 D — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.4 i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 i 16V — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.8 TD — 145 mm min and 175 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.3 i — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i 16V — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.8 D — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.4 i — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i 16V — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8 TD — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.3 i 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.2 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 D 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.4 i 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.1 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 i 16V 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		2.4 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.8 TD 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.4 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.3 i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 D
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 TD
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13 in. (330 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.5 in. (114 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 116 mph (187 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 273 kg (601 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 24%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.69 hp/mm (0.51 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.71 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 18 in. (457 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 40.8 in. per wheel (1036 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.3 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.4 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 D — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 TD — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.3 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.4 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 D — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 TD — 145 mm min and 175 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.3 — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.4 — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 D — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i 16V — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i 16V — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8 TD — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.3 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.4 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.2 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 D 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.2 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 TD 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		1.8 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.3
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 D
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 TD
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13 in. (330 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.5 in. (114 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 116 mph (187 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 285 kg (629 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 23%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.74 hp/mm (0.54 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.71 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 18 in. (457 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 40.8 in. per wheel (1036 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.4 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 D — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 TD — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.4 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 D — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 TD — 145 mm min and 175 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.4 — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i 16V — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.8 D — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i 16V — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8 TD — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.4 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.1 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 D 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.2 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 TD 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		1.8 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 D
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 TD
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 5 in. (127 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 123 mph (198 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 291 kg (641 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 26%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.77 hp/mm (0.57 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 12.28 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 20 in. (508 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.4 i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i 16V XR3i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i 16V — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.4 i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.8 i 16V XR3i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.6 i 16V — 155 mm min and 185 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.4 i — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i 16V XR3i — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i 16V — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.4 i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)     		3.4 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.8 i 16V XR3i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)     		2.2 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.6 i 16V 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)     		2.7 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i 16V XR3i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.8 in. (122 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 103 mph (165 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 281 kg (619 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 26%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.81 hp/mm (0.6 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 12.28 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 19 in. (483 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 2.0i LX — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.9i — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 2.0i LX — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.9i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 2.0i LX — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.9i — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    2.0i LX 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)     		2.1 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.9i 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		2.4 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0i LX
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.8 in. (122 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 125 mph (201 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 269 kg (593 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.89 hp/mm (0.65 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 12.28 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 19 in. (483 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.9i — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • GT 1.8i — 5 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.9i — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • GT 1.8i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.9i — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • GT 1.8i — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.9i 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    GT 1.8i 5J x 15
    (127 x 381 mm)     		2.4 mm to 1 Nm 33.3% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9i
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle GT 1.8i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 15
    (127 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 33.3%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13.7 in. (348 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.9 in. (124 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 140 mph (225 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 280 kg (616 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 25%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.85 hp/mm (0.63 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.88 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 20 in. (508 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 43 in. per wheel (1092 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.3 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.4 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 L — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 D — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 GL — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i 16V XR3i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i 16V — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 2.0 i 16V RS 2000 4X4 — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.8 TD — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 2.0 i 16V RS 2000 — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.0 i 16V RS Cosworth — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 i XR3 — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.3 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.4 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 L — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 D — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 GL — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 i 16V XR3i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.8 i 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 2.0 i 16V RS 2000 4X4 — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.8 TD — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 2.0 i 16V RS 2000 — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 2.0 i 16V RS Cosworth — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 2.0 i XR3 — 155 mm min and 185 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.3 — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.4 — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i 16V — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.6 L — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 D — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.6 GL — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i 16V XR3i — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i 16V — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 2.0 i 16V RS 2000 4X4 — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.8 TD — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 i 16V RS 2000 — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 2.0 i 16V RS Cosworth — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 2.0 i XR3 — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.3 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.4 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3.1 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 L 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.8 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 D 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 GL 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.8 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 i 16V XR3i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)     		2.3 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.8 i 16V 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		2.2 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    2.0 i 16V RS 2000 4X4 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.8 TD 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)     		1.8 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    2.0 i 16V RS 2000 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    2.0 i 16V RS Cosworth 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)     		1.4 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)     		28 in.
    (711 mm)
    2.0 i XR3 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.3
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 L
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 D
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 GL
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i 16V XR3i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 i 16V RS 2000 4X4
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 TD
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 i 16V RS 2000
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 i 16V RS Cosworth
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 i XR3
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14.5 in. (368 mm)
      • Average rim width: 5 in. (127 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 129 mph (208 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 268 kg (592 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.99 hp/mm (0.73 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 12.27 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 20 in. (508 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 45.5 in. per wheel (1156 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.6 — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • RS 2000 — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.6 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • RS 2000 — 165 mm min and 195 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.6 — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • RS 2000 — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.6 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)     		2.6 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)     		18 in.
    (457 mm)
    RS 2000 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		2 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle RS 2000
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13 in. (330 mm)
      • Average rim width: 3.5 in. (89 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 98 mph (157 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 224 kg (493 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 23%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.67 hp/mm (0.49 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 11 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 40.8 in. per wheel (1036 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.3 — 3.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.3 — 125 mm min and 155 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.3 — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.3 3.5J x 13
    (89 x 330 mm)     		3.2 mm to 1 Nm 26.9% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		14 in.
    (356 mm)
    Vehicle 1.3
    Rim width and diameter 3.5J x 13
    (89 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 26.9%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 14 in.
    (356 mm)

    Quick notes on Ford Escort rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 5.3 in. (135 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 126 mph (203 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 221 kg (487 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.88 hp/mm (0.65 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 11.87 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 21 in. (533 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original Ford Escort rim size

  • 1.6 RS Turbo — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 XR3i — 5 in. width and 13 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.6 RS Turbo — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.6 XR3i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max

    • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.6 RS Turbo — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.6 XR3i — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)

    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.6 RS Turbo 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)     		2.6 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)     		22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.6 XR3i 5J x 13
    (127 x 330 mm)     		2.5 mm to 1 Nm 38.5% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)     		20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 RS Turbo
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 XR3i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 13
    (127 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 38.5%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)