2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Silverado | Oxford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |