1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 26 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 410 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 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1959 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1959 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Oxford | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Oxford | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
