2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1578 kg more than 1961 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Discovery | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
