1968 Morris Traveller vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Opel Rekord is newer by 4 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 235 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.
Because 1972 Opel Rekord 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 1972 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Traveller | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Traveller | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
