1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Reno (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 480 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 Suzuki Reno, 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 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Morris | Suzuki |
Model | Oxford | Reno |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |