2002 Mazda Premacy vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Mazda Premacy is newer by 32 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Premacy (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2002 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Premacy | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Premacy | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
