1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1968 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 611 kg more than 1968 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1968 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Venture | Oxford |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |