2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 50 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 861 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 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Rendezvous | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
