Hello! Im new here, and a focus fanatics regular user. I just aquired a 1988 escort hatchback, with the 1.9 and a 5 speed! These cars are notably lighter than the focus, and a bit underpowered as well. I plan to swap the Zetec engine out of a totaled 02, 140hp, focus, or order a crate engine if the swap is known of/ easy to do. If you would please let me know if you have any experience!

 

A 1988. No, won't work. A1998 will, using ZX2 mounts, trans, axles, computer, wiring,..etc. Yes.