1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 45 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 488 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Oxford | Touran |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |