1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 50 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1144 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 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Oxford | Touareg |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |