1954 Morris Oxford vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Renault Express.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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 Renault Express (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Oxford | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Oxford | Express |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
