1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 39 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 476 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 1951 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 1951 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | LeSabre | Oxford |
Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |