1949 Morris Oxford vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1985 Renault Rodeo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Morris Oxford (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Rodeo, 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, 1949 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Oxford | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
