1966 Morris Traveller vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 970 kg more than 1966 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Traveller | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Traveller | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |
