1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 50 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 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, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Oxford | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
