1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1966 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 874 kg more than 1966 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1966 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Explorer | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
