1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 490 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick LeSabre | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | LeSabre | Oxford |
Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |