1970 Morris Oxford vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 1970 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morris Oxford | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
