If a Ford van engine goes bad what happens when you try to start it?

If a Ford van engine goes bad what happens when you try to start it? - 1

Well my guess is that it wouldn't start at all or it would run poorly if it did.

Same thing for any car.

I don't think i understand what your asking.
If an engine goes bad, it won't start. I mean thats all there's to it.

It won't start! DUH…