Model year guide

1984 Ford Escort

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1984 Ford Escort is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

1984 Ford Escort at a glance

Combined23–39 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1984 Ford Escort MPG & running costs

Combined23–39 mpg
City24 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,697
EPA size classCompact Cars
Transmission3 options
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume85 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,484 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 16 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1984 Ford Escort costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,485
Fuel only$13,485
Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1984 Ford Escort vehicles on record

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1984 Ford Escort — frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 1984 Ford Escort get?

The 1984 Ford Escort has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–39 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (16 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.