1956 Morris Oxford vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 338 kg more than 1956 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 Opel Omega (139 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Oxford | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Omega |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
