1987 Lada Niva vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva 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, 1987 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Niva | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lada | Morris |
Model | Niva | Oxford |
Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |