1986 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 216 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1958 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Escort | Oxford |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |