1967 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 45 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 542 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Oxford | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
