1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1949 Morris Oxford

To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 850 kg more than 1949 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Caprice 1949 Morris Oxford
Make Chevrolet Morris
Model Caprice Oxford
Year Released 1995 1949
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 1476 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2470 mm


 

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