1958 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 48 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 359 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Oxford | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Oxford | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |