1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 30 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 530 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
Model | Oxford | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |