1986 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1961 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 1961 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 (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
