1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 63 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 740 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Morris | Buick |
Model | Oxford | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |