1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 81 kg more than 1964 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Sierra | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
