1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 404 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Jimmy | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
