1979 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Oxford weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1971 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1971 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Oxford |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |