1968 Morris Oxford vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Oxford weights approximately 249 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Oxford | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Oxford | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
