1999 GMC Safari vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 888 kg more than 1956 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Safari | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
