1995 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 770 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Pajero | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
