1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 800 kg more than 1948 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Blazer | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
