2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,628 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1717 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Range Rover | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3628 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 40 L |
