1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 314 kg more than 1958 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Camaro | Oxford |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |