2004 Ford Escape vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 388 kg more than 1965 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escape | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
