1964 Morris Traveller vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 29 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Traveller | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Traveller | 460 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
