1958 Morris Oxford vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 51 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 765 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Oxford | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Morris | SsangYong |
Model | Oxford | Rexton |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |