1956 Morris Oxford vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Oxford weights approximately 207 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Oxford | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
