1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 680 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Morris | Plymouth |
Model | Oxford | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |