1954 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 52 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 270 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 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Oxford | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Oxford | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
