1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 64 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1336 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 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Morris | Jeep |
| Model | Oxford | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |
