1965 Morris Traveller vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 574 kg more than 1965 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Traveller | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Traveller | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
