1998 Holden Commodore vs. 1967 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 480 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Commodore | 1967 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Commodore | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
