2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 38 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | E-150 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |