1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 235 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Prelude | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
