1953 Morris Oxford vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 405 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Oxford | 1991 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Morris | Plymouth |
Model | Oxford | Voyager |
Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |