2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 193 kg more than 1948 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Ridgeline | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
