2001 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (222 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Because 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1959 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1959 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Range Rover | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Range Rover | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
