1949 Morris Oxford vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 333 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 Saab 9000, 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 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Morris | Saab |
Model | Oxford | 9000 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |