1968 Morris Traveller vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 31 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 472 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Traveller | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Traveller | Bora |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
