1996 Ford Taurus vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1996 Ford Taurus is newer by 41 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 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 507 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 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus, 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 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 1996 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Taurus | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
