1986 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1959 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 1959 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Escort | Oxford |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |