1968 Morris Traveller vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 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, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Traveller | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Traveller | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
