2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford.
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 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
Make | GMC | Morris |
Model | Canyon | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |