1964 Morris Traveller vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1964 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Traveller | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Morris | Plymouth |
| Model | Traveller | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
