1949 Morris Oxford vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 39 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 235 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Oxford | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 69 L |
