1980 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1980 Ford Escort (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1968 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
