2007 Honda Element vs. 1952 Morris Oxford

To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 55 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 950 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 1952 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Element 1952 Morris Oxford
Make Honda Morris
Model Element Oxford
Year Released 2007 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1476 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 87 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 40 L


 

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