2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 52 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 905 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 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Pajero | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
