1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 35 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Morris | Suzuki |
Model | Oxford | Vitara |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |