RepairPal Certified shops can diagnose and repair your 1998 Ford Escort. They provide transparent pricing with a minimum 12-month or 12,000-mile warranty on repairs and services.
To replace an engine - without swapping any parts = 9.6 hours auto, 10.4 manual.
Replace with swapping parts: 11.9
Long block = 14.6 auto, 14.9 manual.