1978 Ford LTD vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1978 Ford LTD is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 790 kg more than 1949 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | LTD | Oxford |
Year Released | 1978 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |