2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 407 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Cougar | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
