1950 Morris Oxford vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 47 kg more than 1994 Renault 21.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21, 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, 1994 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Oxford | 21 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.5 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 | 1002 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
