1992 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 8 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Isis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
