1989 Ford Capri vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 38 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri, 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Capri | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
