1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 30 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1232 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.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Suburban | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
