1954 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 51 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 820 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Oxford | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Quest |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
