1948 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 58 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 946 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, 2006 Saturn Vue, 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Morris | Saturn |
| Model | Oxford | Vue |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
