2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | LaCrosse | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
