2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1968 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Express | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
