1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 53 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 487 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2008 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
