1968 Morris Traveller vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 27 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 680 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 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morris Traveller | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Traveller | Serena |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |