2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 820 kg more than 1952 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Rendezvous | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
