2008 Mercury Milan vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 836 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Milan | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Milan | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |