1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 8 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, 1978 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 1970 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Avenger | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
