2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1968 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1574 kg more than 1968 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 Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1968 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
