1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 100 kg more than 1948 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
