1958 Morris Oxford vs. 1999 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 574 kg more than 1958 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Oxford | 1999 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Morris | Renault |
Model | Oxford | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2067 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |