1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1955 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, 1987 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Morris | Volvo |
Model | Oxford | 240 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |