2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1968 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 558 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1968 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Charger | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
