1967 Morris Oxford vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 495 kg more than 1967 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Morris Oxford | 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
Model | Oxford | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |