2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 2004 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Cruze | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
