1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1969 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1969 Morris Traveller is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1969 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1969 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | W 111 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
