1952 Morris Oxford vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 824 kg more than 1952 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Oxford | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Morris | Vauxhall |
| Model | Oxford | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
