1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 59 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Oxford | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
