1969 Morris Traveller vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 499 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.
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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Traveller | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Morris | Plymouth |
| Model | Traveller | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
