1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 430 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, 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, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Crown Victoria | 1800 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |