1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 59 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Oxford | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
