1953 Morris Oxford vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 285 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Oxford | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Oxford | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
