2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1631 kg more than 1958 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 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Land Rover | Morris |
Model | Range Rover | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 641 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |