1968 Morris Oxford vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 22 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 446 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.
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, 1990 Volvo 780 (143 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Oxford | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Oxford | 780 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
