1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000, 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Morris | Saab |
| Model | Oxford | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
