1987 Honda Legend vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 245 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Legend | Oxford |
Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |