1999 GMC Safari vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 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) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 825 kg more than 1961 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1961 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1961 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 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Safari | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
