2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Ram | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
