1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Skylark | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
