1957 Morris Oxford vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1980 Toyota Cressida is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Cressida (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Toyota Cressida (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Oxford | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Oxford | Cressida |
Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |