1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Jimmy | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
