2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1951 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
Make | GMC | Morris |
Model | Yukon | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |