1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1969 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1969 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1969 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Wildcat | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
