1964 Morris Traveller vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 46 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1037 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 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Morris Traveller, 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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morris Traveller | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Morris | Mercury |
Model | Traveller | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |