1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1969 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1969 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 230 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
