1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 43 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 915 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Blazer | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
