2004 Ford Escape vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 398 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, 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, 2004 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escape | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
