2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 665 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Trans Sport | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
