2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 635 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Escalade | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
