2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Explorer | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
