1987 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Oxford weights approximately 11 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord.
Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Accord | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
