1949 Morris Minor vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 358 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Minor | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3030 mm |
