1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 830 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Oxford | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |