1970 Morris Oxford vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1976 Volvo 240 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 240 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 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, 1976 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morris Oxford | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Oxford | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
